Car hire in Tamworth

To book a car on Turo in Tamworth, you must create a Turo account, be 21 years old or older, have a valid driver’s licence, and get approved to drive on Turo. When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s licence and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for every future road trip, business trip, and family holiday!

You can pick up your car hire from a variety of convenient locations throughout Tamworth. Whether you’re arriving at Tamworth Regional Airport or staying in the city, Turo’s flexible pick-up options allow you to skip the queues at the airport car rental counter and head straight to your vehicle, saving you time and hassle.

Tamworth Airport (TMW) 

Turo's local hosts offers convenient pick-up options directly from Tamworth Regional Airport. You can skip the lines at the airport car rental counter and have your car waiting for you, ready to go as soon as you land.

Armidale Airport (ARM)

If you’re arriving at Armidale Airport, Turo provides a seamless experience by allowing you to bypass the traditional airport car rental counter queues. Pick up your car and start your journey without the usual hassle of traditional rental cars.

Turo offers a wide range of car hire options in Tamworth to suit your travel needs. From compact city cars to large family vehicles, you'll find the right car for any occasion.

- Electric cars: Eco-friendly vehicles perfect for city driving or longer trips with EV charging stations around Tamworth, including models like the Tesla.

- 7-seater, minivan and people mover hire: Ideal for family trips or group travel, with options such as the Kia Carnival for extra space and comfort.

- Sports cars: For those who want a little more excitement, hire a sleek, fast sports car for the perfect drive.

- Vintage cars: Looking to add some classic flair to your trip? Vintage car options are available for a unique experience.

- Exotic and luxury car hire: Treat yourself to something special with a high-end luxury car hire.

- Van hire: Need to transport goods or large items? A van hire is a practical choice for moving house or bulky loads.

- Ute hire: Perfect for heavy-duty tasks, especially if you’re travelling with equipment or need extra space, with options like the Toyota Hilux.

- Convertibles: Experience Tamworth in style with a convertible hire – perfect for enjoying the scenic views on a sunny day.

- SUV hire: Great for families or adventurers, SUVs like the Toyota Highlander provide comfort and plenty of room for luggage and passengers.

- 4WDs: If you’re heading off the beaten path, a 4WD is the best choice for rugged terrain.

- Compact and small car hire: Ideal for zipping around town, compact cars are easy to park and fuel-efficient.

- Large car hire: For those who need extra space, large cars offer plenty of room for passengers and luggage, perfect for longer trips.

No matter the reason for your visit to Tamworth, there’s a perfect hire car waiting for you. Whether it's for a weekend getaway, a special event, or just exploring the city, Turo makes it easy to find the right vehicle.

Holiday car hire: Perfect for family road trips or couples exploring Tamworth.

Long-term car hire: Need a car for a month or more? Long-term car rental is available with discounts for extended bookings.

Formal car hire: Arrive in style for your next event with a premium car hire option in Tamworth.

Wedding car hire: Make your special day even more memorable with a luxury car hire.

Tamworth is perfectly situated for exploring the New England region and beyond. With a hire car, you can take day trips to charming nearby towns like Armidale, known for its heritage buildings and beautiful gardens, or visit Nundle, a quaint village offering a taste of the gold rush era. Head north to Barraba to explore Split Rock Dam or enjoy the natural beauty of Mount Kaputar National Park, all within driving distance of Tamworth.

No, you don’t need personal insurance coverage to book a car on Turo.

When booking a car in Australia, you’ll also choose between the Premier (if available), Standard, and Minimum protection plans. Each plan includes varying limits on financial responsibility for damage to a host’s vehicle. All trips include up to $20,000,000 (per event) in legal liability protection. Legal liability protection protects against damage to other people’s property and death or bodily injury (where the legal liability is not covered or capable of being covered by any statutory or compulsory scheme) as a result of an accident involving the vehicle. All protection is provided by Turo Travels Mutual.*

On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promotions, discounts, and deals on car hire in Tamworth!

Additionally, frequent travellers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totalling 10 days in a 90-day period!**

Yes, many Turo hosts offer discounted prices when you book trips lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.

Some hosts offer car hire with unlimited KMs; others set a daily distance limit. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.

You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts, unless you opt to receive a non-refundable trip discount when you book. If you book a trip with less than 24 hours’ notice, you have one hour after booking to cancel free of charge. If you cancel after the free cancellation period ends, you will be charged a cancellation fee.

In the rare event a host cancels, you’ll be notified immediately so you can book another car, or we’ll help you find one. Your refund can be temporarily held to expedite rebooking, or the funds can be returned to your bank account — your choice.

Under the enhanced cleaning policy, hosts are required to clean and disinfect their vehicles thoroughly before every trip, so you can feel safe and comfortable behind the wheel. Turo hosts have access to training materials on enhanced safety measures and cleaning practices to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 or other viruses.

No. Unlike rental car companies, Turo is a peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace where you can book directly from trusted local car owners in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Turo does not own any vehicles — Turo hosts share their own personal cars and set their own prices, discounts, vehicle availability, and delivery options.

There is no fee or additional charge for adding a driver to your trip on Turo. Only the guest who booked the trip can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add any additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests in Australia can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.

To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s licence and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.

Car hire prices in Tamworth can vary depending on the type of vehicle and the duration of your rental. Long-term rentals, such as hiring a car for a month, often come with discounts, and booking early can also save you money. If you're flying into Tamworth Regional Airport, hiring a car from a local Turo host directly from the airport makes the transition smooth and convenient.

Yes! Turo offers long-term car hire options in Tamworth. Renting a car for a month or more often comes with discounts, making it an affordable option for extended stays in the region.

No, you can't hire a car on your Ps in Tamworth. To hire a car on Turo, you must have a valid full licence - no provisional or conditional licences are accepted.

The minimum age to rent a car in Tamworth on Turo is 21 years of age, with all drivers under 25 years old being subjected to an extra cost of $15/day (a.k.a the Young Driver Surcharge). Plus, if you're looking to hire certain vehicle classes, you must be 25 or older to book a Deluxe Class vehicle, and 30 or older to book a Super Deluxe Class vehicle.