Top rated cars in Melbourne, VIC
Hire a car in Melbourne with Turo and explore famed locales like Lonsdale Street, hip suburbs such as Fitzroy, Collingwood and Albert Park, and out-of-town highlights including Bells Beach and Phillip Island.
Home to a bounty of museums, galleries, cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and folks who take their coffee very seriously, Melbourne is a bustling and eclectic metropolis waiting to be explored by renting a car. Whether you're a local looking to rediscover your own backyard or a traveller looking to hit the road at your own pace, car hire in Melbourne is the best way to explore Australia's cultural capital.
Curious about how Melbourne car hire works? Whether you want to hire a people mover for a family road trip through Melbourne, make a short-term ute booking for some errands in Richmond, rent a classic sports car for a special night out in Fitzroy or organise a long-term EV hire car to try before you buy, find the perfect car for all kinds of occasions and budgets on Turo. Plus, our hosts have plenty of features and extras for you to choose between, from baby seats and roof racks to kayaks and tents.
Enter a date and location in Melbourne (or beyond) and browse thousands of cars shared by local hosts.
Book on the Turo app or online, choose a protection plan, and say hi to your host! Cancel for free up to 24 hours before your trip, and get discounts if you book early or for a longer duration!
Have the car delivered or pick it up from your host. Check-in with the app, grab the keys, and hit the roads of Melbourne!
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No matter your interests, you’re bound to find a Melbourne activity to suit. Hire a car and start exploring!
Book the perfect carIf you’re planning a picnic, stocking up on souvenirs, or simply keen to indulge in some retail therapy, get yourself to the iconic Queen Vic Market in North Melbourne. Here, you’ll find an abundance of fresh produce, locally made foodstuffs, arts, crafts, clothes, and more.
No Melbourne visit would be complete without a trip to Hosier Lane — the heart of the city’s street art scene. This cobblestone laneway is packed with incredible murals, stencils, paste-ups, and graffiti by Australian and international artists, making it a great spot for a quintessential Melbourne photo opp.
Melbourne is famed for its thriving high streets, but one of the most iconic is Chapel Street — a four-kilometre stretch of shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, and throngs of people. The strip extends from South Yarra all the way to St Kilda, so make sure to set aside an entire afternoon to cruise down it.
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Nice car and ultimate convenience if you're staying in Melbourne CBD.
Great car and great owner definitely would recommend when travelling Melbourne!!
David was great to work with and the car was clean and just what we needed.
Very efficient collection & drop off, great car - perfect for a few weeks driving around Melbourne!
Great location for pick up and drop off in Melbourne cbd, and Alvin was a very good communicator!
He was friendly, quick to respond and very helpful throughout the whole rental process.
The car is amazing with all required phone charger and holder provided.
It was our first time renting a car and David was super helpful and quick with his replies.
Easy pick up, super friendly, nice little car giving me complete freedom to get where I needed to go during my last trip to Melbourne.
This is a fabulous car and so much fun to drive. it was a perfect choice for getting out of Melbourne for a bit of exploration in the nearby countryside.
The car was clean and easy to drive, just the right size for two of us with luggages.
Very helpful, gave him less than a days notice & the car arrived on time.
We are visiting from the US for a conference in Melbourne and had a little time to go out and check out a wildlife conservation.
David was prompt with messaging and gave us all of the information we needed well before the trip.
Easy instructions, great communication, car was easy to drive with no issues, great little car to get around in.
Communication was excellent, car condition was great, would definitely recommend
This is a nice car for a short stay, 3-7 days, normal roads, runs just fine, and its fuel efficient, Harkiran was very accommodating about time for check in and check out.
Very easy going, amazing car which I have very lovingly named Mimi the Miata. 😊 would highly recommend it.
Dharan patiently walked me through all the impressive features of the car before I headed off.
David was awesome, he was very responsive very accurate with timing and also his car was very clean and in good condition.
It was the best experience that I ever had before, during and even after the trip.
David’s even went out of the way to provide additional water and phone cables for the trip.
Find deals on all kinds of drives in Melbourne and throughout Australia - from the every day to the extraordinary - complete with a better, more convenient experience versus rental car companies. Find the perfect vehicle for your budget.
Cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your Melbourne trip starts. Because life happens and it helps to be flexible when it does.
Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest in Melbourne, like airports, train stations, and hotels.
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Hiring a car in Melbourne can allow you to explore the city and its surroundings at your own pace. To make the most of your car hire experience, here are some handy tips to remember.
Your journey navigating around Melbourne airport depends on which airport you arrive at. Melbourne's primary airport, Tullamarine Airport, is strategically located about 23 kilometres from Melbourne's city centre, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international travellers.
Alternatively, Avalon Airport is located further away from Melbourne CBD in Geelong, welcoming both domestic and international arrivals.
Upon arrival, an array of clear signage and information points guide passengers through terminals, baggage claim areas, and transportation options. For those looking to reach the city centre, various transport choices are available, including taxis, rideshare services, and dedicated shuttle bus (known as SkyBus) services that connect the airport to key locations in Melbourne.
For those who prefer the freedom of their own transportation, renting a car is a popular option. Skip the Melbourne Airport car rental line, and hire a car in Melbourne on Turo. With options like airport delivery, extras and free cancellation, you'll have the flexibility to explore Melbourne and its surroundings at your own pace. The airport's well-designed road infrastructure also ensures that visitors can easily connect to major highways and roads, allowing for smooth transitions between the airport and their intended destinations.
The road rules in Melbourne match the rest of Australia. Australians drive on the left side of the road and speed limits vary depending on the type of road and area. Residential zones usually have lower speed limits, while major roads and highways have higher limits.
The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for fully licensed drivers in Victoria is 0.05 (the same as the rest of the country), and you aren’t allowed to use your phone while you’re driving.
Not to mention, be sure to keep left unless overtaking on all multi-lane roads with a speed limit above 80km/h.
Curious about Melbourne's busiest roads and rush hours to avoid? Melbourne City experiences a lot of traffic during rush hours in the early mornings between 7:30 am and 9:00 am and during the late afternoon and evening rush between 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
Some roads that experience high traffic include Hoddle Street, Monash Freeway (M1), Eastern Freeway (M3), CityLink, West Gate Freeway and Kings Way. Consider using public transport or holding off travel outside of peak times when exploring Melbourne CBD.
Toll Roads in Melbourne and the state of Victoria provide a convenient way to travel quickly between destinations. Some major toll roads include CityLink, EastLink and Peninsula Link.
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