Car hire in Footscray

To book a car on Turo in Footscray, 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!

Whether you're exploring the streets of Footscray or venturing out into greater Victoria, Turo has the perfect car to match your budget and needs. With a wide range of vehicles available, you'll find the ideal ride for your adventure.

Here's some popular car rental options to consider in Footscray:

Couples and solo travellers: Compact cars (e.g., Toyota Yaris, Mazda 2, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai i20)

Families and groups: People movers (e.g., Kia Carnival, Toyota Tarago), SUVs (e.g., Toyota Kluger, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-5), Minivans (e.g., Chrysler Voyager)

Adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts: SUVs (e.g., Hyundai Tucson, Jeep Wrangler), 4x4s (e.g., Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger), Utes, Passenger Van (e.g., Volkswagen Transporter)

Luxury travellers: Premium sedans (e.g., Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 3 Series), Luxury SUVs (e.g., Range Rover, Porsche Cayenne)

Budget-conscious travellers: Economy cars (e.g., Kia Rio, Hyundai Accent, Mitsubishi Mirage), Compact hatchbacks (e.g., Ford Fiesta, Mazda 2)

Turo offers flexible car hire options for every occasion — there’s just no better way to experience Footscray!

Holiday car hire: Make the most of your getaway in Footscray, complete with a vehicle that suits your holiday needs. From compact cars for solo explorers to spacious people movers and 7 seaters for family adventures, we've got you covered. Cruise along the Maribyrnong River in a convertible or explore the surrounding Victoria suburbs in a comfortable SUV.

Long term car hire: Need a reliable vehicle for an extended stay in Footscray? Turo offers flexible long-term rental options whether you're travelling for weeks or even months. Many of our hosts offer generous discounts for extended rentals and early bird deals with advance bookings. Score the best car hire or van rental deal when booking long term through Turo!

Formal car hire: Make a statement with a stylish car for any special occasion. Whether it’s a gala dinner or a formal event, or even just an elegant night out on the town, find the perfect vehicle to complement the occasion. Choose from a range of impeccably maintained stylish vehicles, ranging from classic vintages to modern luxury sedans.

Wedding car hire: Make your special day truly unforgettable with a classic wedding car hire. Turo offers a wide selection of stunning vehicles that cater to different wedding themes from luxury convertibles to vintage beauties. Get to your Footscray wedding venue in style — make a grand entrance and create lasting memories.

Footscray is a great base to explore Melbourne and beyond. Head out on day trips to discover the many attractions and experiences the region offers.

Yarra Valley Wine Region

Just an hour's drive from Footscray, Yarra Valley is renowned for its world-class wineries and stunning natural scenery. Spend a day touring boutique vineyards, sampling premium cool-climate wines, and enjoying farm-to-table cuisine at charming cellar doors.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Journey about 2 hours southwest of Footscray to Phillip Island, home of the famous Penguin Parade. Head to the viewing platforms as dusk falls to watch dozens of little penguins emerging from the ocean and waddling up the beach to their burrows. This unique wildlife experience is a must-do day trip.

Great Ocean Road

One of the most iconic road trips in Australia, the Great Ocean Road begins less than an hour's drive from Footscray. Take a day to drive along this stunning coastal route, stopping in at the Twelve Apostles, exploring seaside towns, and immersing yourself in the region's breathtaking natural beauty.

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 Footscray!

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.

Turo accepts most credit cards issued by major financial institutions, including American Express and Discover cards, as well as debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo that are linked to a checking account.

Apple Pay and Google Pay on mobile devices are also accepted, but Turo does not accept cash or checks as valid payment methods.

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.

The cost of hiring a car in Footscray and nearby areas depends on several factors. This includes car type, booking length, extras, and any delivery options selected. For cheap car rental in Footscray, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.

Yes! In fact many Turo hosts will offer discounts for a long term car hire. Plus you can benefit from early bird deals when you book at least a week in advance.

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