On average, car rentals in Sydney – Hornsby cost around AUD $81.68 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from AUD $47.21 per day.
Dodge the airport fees. Grabbing your car in Hornsby is often 15-20% cheaper than at Sydney Airport because there are no location surcharges. Just remember to add your train fare to the total cost.
Look in the next suburb. Don't just check Hornsby. Compare prices in nearby North Shore spots like Turramurra or Wahroonga. A short extra trip could mean a better deal or more car choices.
Book ahead for holidays, chill for the rest. If you're travelling during school holidays or peak summer, booking early is a smart move. For other times of the year, you can often find good deals closer to your trip.
Fill it up yourself. There are plenty of petrol stations around. Topping up the tank before you return the car is way cheaper than paying the rental company's refuelling fees.
Rent a car to see:
Central Coast – 60 km via M1, 45-60 minutes
Hunter Valley – 150 km via M1 and Wine Country Drive, 1.5-2 hours
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park – 15-20 minutes
Hawkesbury River region – Brooklyn, 30-40 minutes via Pacific Highway