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Find lower car rental prices in Broome with Road Genius. Check rates of SUVs, compact cars, minivans and reserve with no booking fees. A car is key to visiting Broome and the Kimberley region, from Cable Beach sunsets to town. While a standard vehicle covers most spots, always check your rental rules before heading off-road, even in a 4WD.
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| Broome Airport |
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| Broome Town |
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| Cable Beach Area |
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Peak Season Notes: The dry season (May to October) is very busy with few rental cars available. Book several weeks or months early, especially for 4WD vehicles.
On average, car rentals in Broome cost around AUD $164 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from AUD $56 per day.
Skip the airport pickup. Grabbing your car from a depot in Broome town is often cheaper than right at the airport. A short taxi ride could easily pay for itself in savings.
If you're visiting during the peak dry season (May to October), it's wise to book your car well in advance. For off-peak travel, you have more flexibility and might find better deals by comparing options closer to your trip.
You probably don't need that big 4WD. A standard car handles Broome's main roads just fine and costs a lot less to rent and fuel up.
Play around with your rental dates. Sometimes a full week's rental is cheaper per day than just 5 or 6 days. It's a weird quirk that can save you cash.
| Area | Parking Availability | Regulations & Tips |
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| Broome Town Centre | Limited on-street spaces |
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| Cable Beach | Large parking area |
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| Courthouse Markets | Street parking |
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| Town Beach | Ample parking |
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| Airport | Short & long-term available |
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Local Driving Rules:
Rent a car to drive to:
Cable Beach
Town Beach – Staircase to the Moon
Roebuck Bay
Matso’s Brewery
Courthouse Markets
Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park
Do I need a 4WD vehicle in Broome? For town and sealed roads like the main route to Cable Beach, a standard 2WD vehicle is enough. The Broome–Cape Leveque Road is now fully sealed, but many side roads, access tracks and attractions off the main road remain unsealed. Standard 2WD rental agreements usually prohibit driving on unsealed roads. Some 4WD rentals may allow travel on gazetted/unsealed roads (often requiring conditions or prior approval), but beach driving is almost always prohibited. Always verify the specific driving area restrictions and allowed road types listed in your rental contract.
Can I drive to the Horizontal Falls from Broome? No, Horizontal Falls is only accessible by air or boat. There is no road access.
What's the driving time from Broome to Darwin? The drive from Broome to Darwin is approximately 1,900 km and usually takes 2-3 days including overnight stops. One-way car rentals for this journey usually incur substantial fees.
Is it safe to drive at night around Broome? Night-time driving is generally not recommended outside town limits due to wildlife hazards (like kangaroos and cattle) and limited visibility on unfamiliar roads.
Are there any toll roads around Broome? No, there are no toll roads in the Kimberley region or Western Australia in general.
Do rental cars in Broome come with unlimited kilometres? Many do, particularly from larger operators, but always confirm the kilometre allowance before booking, especially from some local operators who may have daily limits.
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