Car hires in Townsville, Queensland

Every car hire company in Townsville has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in Townsville include Thrifty, Budget, and Europcar, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

Travellers who hire a car in Townsville should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Townsville are generally 110 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 110 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

If you’re interested in hiring the Nissan X-Trail in Townsville, then Provider's pick is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Nissan X-Trail hire in Townsville from Provider's pick is €41 per day on average.

Typically, the weather in Townsville through the month of March is 26 °C and the expected precipitation is 210 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

Travellers looking to leave from Townsville on a road trip around Queensland or the surrounding areas during the month of March should expect temperatures around 24 °C and about 230 mm of possible rain through the month.

Prices for cars in Townsville were last updated today.

As of March 2025, there are 29 operators available to choose from for cars in Townsville.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Townsville. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

To hire a car in Townsville, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.