This is the spot for the curious, the wild wanderers and the travellers craving something different. In Townsville, the unexpected is always just around the corner — and the best way to uncover it is with car hire.
With your own set of wheels, you can explore it all without waiting on transfers or timetables. Set your own pace and discover this hidden gem that holds its own against its famous neighbours – Port Douglas and Cairns to the north, the Great Barrier Reef to the east, and the Whitsundays to the south.
Cross from the city to Magnetic Island in minutes, or drive out to Paluma Range National Park, the Billabong Sanctuary or the lush valleys beyond. Get to know Townsville’s small-town charm and seaside allure wherever curiosity leads – car hire makes it possible.
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There’s plenty in Townsville to keep the whole kit and kaboodle entertained. The Strand’s swaying palms and turquoise waters set the scene for balmy beach days, while the city’s doorstep opens to a world of natural wonders.
For many visitors, the pièce de resistance is Magnetic Island (or Maggie), an irresistible nearby isle attracting beach lovers in droves. It’s the perfect place to get your hair wet in the underwater realms of Geoffrey Bay, Florence Bay, Arthur Bay and Alma Bay, teaming with giant clams, vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.
For those chasing something truly breathtaking, a drive out to Wallaman Falls — Australia’s highest permanent single-drop waterfall — is well worth the journey. Write your own self-guided adventure – made possible by car hire from Townsville Airport.
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Bargain Car Rentals offers the best rental car prices at Townsville Airport. The precise cost depends on the season, car type, and availability, though you should expect to spend $35 to $95 per day. Get a Townsville Airport hire car quote here.
Our compact SUVs are the top pick at our Townsville Airport branch. If you’re in the mood for something a little more indulgent, our luxury SUVs are fast becoming a favourite.
As one of the few large, Australian-owned car hire companies in the country, Bargain Car Rentals has earned an excellent reputation for offering quality service at reasonable rates. Check out our Townsville Airport car hire to see how you can save.
Bargain Car Rentals welcomes drivers aged 21 years and up – plus, with no under-25 driver surcharge, we’re the best choice.
It is approximately a 10-minute drive from Townsville Airport to the CBD.
Absolutely! You can bring your regular car on the ferry and drive it around Magnetic Island – but only on sealed roads. If you’re planning to explore West Point, you’ll need a 4WD, as it’s the only way to navigate the unsealed terrain.
Yes! Townsville has a bus route, but it’s cash-only, runs infrequently, and isn’t always on time. A hire car from Townsville Airport means you can explore the region at your own pace, without the restriction to a (sometimes very late!) schedule.
A cab from Townsville Airport to the CBD will set you back around $20–$23 AUD, depending on traffic. But with hire cars starting at just $35, you get more than a one-way trip – you get the freedom to explore.
No matter your destination, make the most of your next rental and book direct with Bargain Car Rentals!
