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Finding a car rental in Tasmania is easy with Road Genius. Compare prices from dozens of suppliers across Australia with no booking fees. A car is basically essential to get around Tassie properly. We make it simple to find great deals at all the main pick-up points, including Hobart, Launceston and Devonport.
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| Hobart Airport (HBA) |
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| Hobart City |
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| Launceston Airport (LST) |
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| Devonport Ferry Terminal |
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Advice for Airport Rentals:
Rental Companies in Tasmania:
On average, car rentals in Tasmania cost around AUD $129 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from AUD $26 per day.
Compare prices between airport and city locations. Picking up your car in Hobart or Launceston city can help you avoid airport surcharges, but factor in the taxi fare to get there.
Travel during the shoulder seasons (spring or autumn) for the best deals. If you have to travel during the peak summer months, booking a few months in advance is your best bet.
Fill up on fuel in bigger towns before heading to remote areas on the west coast or in the highlands, where it can be more expensive. Also, look for supermarket fuel discount vouchers.
Skip the pricey extras from the rental company. Use your phone for navigation instead of renting a GPS, and limit the number of additional drivers to avoid extra daily fees.
City Car Spaces:
Launceston: Easier to find spaces than Hobart. Paterson Street car parks are centrally located
Smaller towns: Generally free spaces available on main streets or designated lots
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Get a car to get to:
Port Arthur and Tasman Peninsula – Eaglehawk Neck, Tessellated Pavement
Freycinet National Park – Swansea
Cradle Mountain – Sheffield
Strahan and West Coast – Mt Field NP, Lake St Clair, Queenstown
Bay of Fires – Pyengana, St Columba Falls
Northern Midlands towns – Ross, Oatlands, Campbell Town
Can I take my rental car on the Spirit of Tasmania ferry? Most rental companies do not allow taking their vehicles on the ferry to mainland Australia. If your provider doesn't permit it, you'll need to drop the vehicle in Tasmania and book a separate car for the mainland. A few companies may allow it with written permission, so always check your contract.
Are there any roads where I can't take my rental car? Most standard rental agreements prohibit driving on unsealed roads except for short access roads to recognised attractions. Check your agreement before going onto gravel roads.
Can I take my rental to Bruny Island? Some companies explicitly allow this (Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast Car Rentals), while others might not cover you if something happens. Always check the policies before ferry travel.
Do I need winter tyres or chains? Most rental companies do not provide snow chains, and some forbid driving in snow completely. If you visit alpine areas in winter, check your rental agreement and consider using park shuttle services instead.
What happens if I get a speeding ticket? For camera-detected offences, the rental company will nominate you as the driver and charge an administration fee (usually $30-60). You'll then receive the fine directly from the authority. For fines the company pays on your behalf (e.g., some parking infringements), they may also charge your card for the fine amount.
Can I pick up in Launceston and return in Hobart? Yes, one-way rentals between major cities are common but usually incur a fee ($50-150). Book ahead as one-way inventory is limited.
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