Car, Truck & Van Hire Melbourne
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When you need car hire in Melbourne, Avis is the perfect solution. We have multiple branches across the city and lots of fantastic vehicles to choose from. Our car rental Melbourne service includes standard passenger vehicles, stylish luxury cars, powerful SUVs, and commercial models. Whatever type of vehicle you need, all units are regularly maintained to keep them in perfect running order. If you're looking for car hire in Melbourne, 4WD hire in Melbourne, or van hire in Melbourne, you've come to the right place.
Luxury Vehicle Hire
If you want luxury car hire in Melbourne, Avis has lots of great vehicles available. We have a wide variety of stylish European cars and a fantastic selection of prestige cars for special occasions. From business trips and romantic getaways to premium everyday travel, Avis provides a trusted luxury car rental in Melbourne service.
Commercial Vehicle Hire - Ute - Van - Truck - Bus
If you need a reliable vehicle for work purposes or moving house, the Avis commercial range is sure to satisfy. We have truck hire in Melbourne, van rental in Melbourne, and ute rental in Melbourne, among many other solutions. We also offer mini van rental in Melbourne, mini bus rental in Melbourne, and bus hire in Melbourne for special events and group tours.
Our Car Renting Deals & Offers
At Avis, we want to ensure our Melbourne car rental services are available to everyone.
If you simply need to get from the airport to the city centre, one-way car hire is perfect. However, when you plan to spend a lot of time exploring Melbourne, try one of our long-term car rentals. And to make sure you save money while hiring a car from us, try searching through car hire deals.
FAQs
To provide you with an estimate, we need to know more about your hire period, the car you want, and how long you need it for. When you choose one of the rentals at Avis.com.au, you’ll save money no matter which option you choose.
Like all cities across Australia, speed limits in Melbourne vary widely based on location, from 50 km/h and 60 km/h in suburban streets to 70 km/h and 80 km/h on arterial roads. It's important to check signage and drive to suit the conditions. School zones deserve special mention, with speed limits dropping to 40 km/h between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM Monday to Friday.
The Driver must (i) hold a full, current and valid driving licence (not being a learners licence or provisional licence), (ii) have an International Driving Permit (IDP) or official translation (if a licence is not in Roman alphabet), (iii) have held their licence for minimum 12 consecutive months immediately prior to signing the Rental Agreement.
An International Driving Permit is not a stand-alone document and this must be carried with your valid domestic driving licence for it to be valid.
Digital drivers licences are only accepted in the issuing state. If you're travelling interstate you must present a physical (plastic) drivers licence.
The minimum age to drive a vehicle with Avis is 21 years of age. All drivers must hold a current, full and valid driver's licence, that has been valid for a minimum of 12 consecutive months. A young driver surcharge may apply.
When you return your rental car to Avis, you must do so with a full tank of fuel. We also ask that you remove all your personal belongings from the vehicle. Finally, please return the car to us in a clean state, ready for the next customer to drive.
There are select Avis locations that allow returns outside of business hours. Please contact the return location directly or contact the Avis Reservations team to check if this is possible on 136 333.
If you return the vehicle before the original return date (early return), you will not be refunded any portion of your payment. This does not detract from your rights as a consumer under applicable consumer protection legislation, including the Australian Consumer Law.
You can amend your booking online by clicking on this link and following the prompts or on our mobile app. If you have trouble amending your booking online please contact the location you collected the vehicle from to make amendments.
Hiring a Car in Melbourne
Avis is the trusted name in Melbourne car rental. We deliver an accessible service across the city, with multiple offices located in and around the CBD. Whether you need 4WD rental in Melbourne, ute hire in Melbourne, or truck rental in Melbourne, you'll find everything you're looking for at Avis. Along with our Melbourne Downtown office on Franklin Street, we also trade from Southern Cross Station, South Yarra, Brighton, and Melbourne Airport, among many other locations.
Driving in Melbourne
Melbourne is a vibrant modern city with a population of five million scattered in every direction. While severe congestion does exist on some roads during peak hours, the Melbourne road network is well-designed and fairly easy to navigate. The speed limit in residential areas is 50 km/h, and this number increases to 60-80 km/h on connecting roads across the city.
The speed limit on Melbourne highways is 100 km/h, and this includes two major toll roads. CityLink connects the Tullamarine Freeway, West Gate Freeway, and Monash Freeway; and EastLink connects the Eastern Freeway, Monash Freeway, Frankston Freeway, and Peninsula Link Freeway.
Explore Melbourne
Melbourne is a bustling metropolis full of great shopping, amazing food, and major sporting and cultural events. The centre of the city is full of restaurants and retail spaces, as are the surrounding neighbourhoods of Carlton, Prahran, and Richmond. Fitzroy and Collingwood are trendy but laid-back destinations in the inner north, and St Kilda is a vibrant seaside suburb with beaches, bars, and penguins. If you need mini bus hire in Melbourne or SUV rental in Melbourne to explore these great destinations, Avis branches can be found across the city.
Some of the most popular tourist destinations in Melbourne include the Melbourne Skydeck viewing platform, the Royal Botanic Gardens, and the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). If you're looking for some culture, NVG Australia in Federation Square or the South Bank Arts Precinct are both very accessible. If you want to leave the city, the beautiful beaches of the Mornington Peninsula are definitely worthy of a visit. Whether you need SUV hire in Melbourne, mini van hire in Melbourne, or bus rental in Melbourne, Avis vehicles help you explore in safety and comfort.
