Car Hire Blacktown, NSW

Top tips for hiring a car in Blacktown

Curious about the driving conditions in Blacktown? The good news is that Blacktown is well-connected to the rest of Sydney by major roads and highways, such as the M4 Motorway, Great Western Highway, M2 Motorway and more.

If you're ready to hit the roads with confidence, keep reading to discover our top tips for hiring a car in Blacktown.

Sydney road rules and driving conditions

Blacktown, like the rest of Sydney and Australia, follow the same road rules. That means you'll drive on the left hand side of the road and follow speed limits which will be signposted on the side of the road.

With many multi-lane highways and motorways cutting through Blacktown, it's important to stay left unless overtaking. Be sure your hire car is fitted out with an e-tag as you'll likely encounter toll roads, too.

When venturing beyond Blacktown into regional NSW, avoid driving at dawn, dusk and after dark as this is when animals and livestock are most active on the roads.

Blacktown's rush hour and busiest roads

With a large number of Blacktown residents commuting to and from work daily, there are a number of congested roads to avoid during peak hours.

Prospect Highway to renowned as an extremely busy road in Blacktown, with upwards of 35,000 cars travelling along this route daily. This road also connects to other major roads in the city, including the M4, Great Western Highway, M2 and Old Windsor Road.

Our tip? Avoid driving along these roads during peak hours if possible (7.30 am to 10 am and 4.30 pm to 7 pm on weekdays).

Are there toll roads around Blacktown?

There are two major toll roads in Blacktown: the M7 tollway and M4 motorway. These roads can get incredibly congested during peak hours, particularly at key exits such as Richmond Road.

Parking in Blacktown

There are a number of secure parking stations across the Blacktown CBD to keep your rent car safe during your booking. Look out for the Wilson Parking station at Westpoint Blacktown and the free Commuter Car Park at Blacktown train station.

Petrol stations and EV chargers in Blacktown

As cars are the main mode of transport in Blacktown, there are no shortage of places to refuel across the city. Most petrol stations are clustered around the city centre, with many open 24/7 (such as Metro Petroleum Blacktown at 69 Richmond Road).

There are also a number of EV charging stations dotted across Blacktown, with several Exploren Charging Station locations open 24 hours.

Do I need to hire a car in Blacktown?

While public transport (such as trains and buses) is available in Blacktown, hiring a car is the most comfortable and convenient way to explore Western Sydney.

You'll save considerable time travelling between attractions and will be better connected to the rest of Sydney, from the shores of the harbour to Bondi, the Northern Beaches, the vibrant Inner West and beyond.

Blacktown hire car types

The beauty of Blacktown is that any car hire type will suit the city's well-maintained urban roads. On Turo, you can score access to unique car models that you won't find anywhere else, from a luxury Land Rover Defender to a Jaguar F-PACE and even a Porsche Macan.

Looking for an everyday drive? Our local hosts offer plenty of rides at affordable car hire prices, including the trusty Holden Captiva and compact Toyota Yaris.

On Turo, you'll find car types including but not limited to:

SUVs
Electric cars
People movers
Ute rentals
Minivan rentals
Small cars
Large cars
Van hire

Car hire pickup locations in Blacktown and beyond 

Wondering what car hire locations are available in Blacktown? On Turo you can pick up your car hire in Blacktown or any one of its vibrant surrounding suburbs. From Rouse Hill to Acacia Gardens, you can nominate your preferred car hire location in Blacktown when booking online with a local Turo host.