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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Darwin
- Car rentals in Darwin are the ideal way to explore this charming corner of Northern Territory, Australia, from the beaches to the outback. Within the city, compared to public transit, Darwin car rentals can cut your time in half as you travel to see the sites, including Crocosaurus Cove, the Darwin Aviation Museum, and the Mangrove Boardwalk. Outside the city limits, you could drive in a loop towards the west, to visit the Charles Point Lighthouse on the Cox Peninsula or head east to Kakadu National Park.
- Located in the heart of Darwin, the Darwin International Airport (DRW) is an ideal place for securing Darwin car rentals. At DRW, you can easily find the rental car counters in the Arrivals Hall near baggage claim on the ground floor. You can walk up to secure rental cars in Darwin but it is better to make a reservation before arriving in Darwin. The Rental Car Park, located just outside he terminal, is where the rental cars are parked and where you will return your rental vehicle.
- For those driving Darwin car rentals, you will be driving on the left side of the road and the steering wheel will be on the left side. When you get outside the city limits, you might encounter a crossroads with no signals or signs. When this is the case, always give the right-of-way to the driver on the right. In Darwin, which is in Northern Territory, Australia, the blood alcohol legal limit is .05. This is lower than it is in America, so when driving car rentals in Darwin, be advised that you can drink less than you can at home before you reach the legal limit.
- Those driving car rentals in Darwin might want to avoid the neighborhoods Karama, Bagot, and Kulalik. In those places, people have a tendency to throw rocks at cars. Also, those driving car rentals in Darwin should avoid driving outside the city limits at night. It is pitch dark and it will be almost impossible to see much of the wildlife and cattle that roam onto the roads. At night, you also have to deal with road trains, which are huge trucks that dominate the roads as they pull along 4 or 5 40-foot long trailers. In fact, many car rental companies will not insure Darwin car rentals driven between dusk and dawn.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Darwin for C$ 63 or less
- Book your rental car in Darwin at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Darwin are around 8% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Darwin
How much does it cost to rent a car in Darwin?
On average a rental car in Darwin costs C$ 66 per day.
Can I rent an automatic car in Darwin?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Darwin. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in Darwin?
The average gas price in Darwin is C$ 5.80 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 70 and C$ 93, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Darwin?
Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Darwin.
Which car rental companies are at Darwin airport (DRW)?
Car rental companies onsite at Darwin airport include Alamo and Bargain Car Rentals.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Darwin airport (DRW)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Darwin airport to off-airport locations include Alamo and Bargain Car Rentals.
How can I find car rentals near me in Darwin?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Darwin?
A Compact car rental in Darwin costs C$ 89 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Darwin?
An Intermediate car rental in Darwin costs C$ 48 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Darwin?
A Standard car rental in Darwin costs C$ 73 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Darwin?
On average a rental car in Darwin costs C$ 475 per week (C$ 68 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Darwin?
On average a rental car in Darwin costs C$ 2,034 per month (C$ 68 per day).
What type of car is recommended for driving as a Darwin car rental?
While SUVs and four-wheel drives are not necessary for driving in Darwin and throughout Northern Territory, they do make good car rentals in Darwin. You can load up and SUV with equipment for outdoor recreation and bountiful picnic supplies, and Darwin has myriad opportunities and settings for both. You can also fill up the back of your SUV as you collect souvenirs throughout town. In an SUV, you can more easily handle unsealed roads, which are roads of dirt and or gravel, which can be common outside of the city.
What's the speed limit in Darwin?
For those driving car rentals in Darwin, you will find maximum speed limits in the city of 81 mph, but keep in mind that this will be posted as 130 km/hr. You will find this speed on some sections of Victoria, Stuart, Barkly, and Arnhem highways. Most of the city streets have a speed limit of 31 mph, which is posted as 50 km/h.
Where are the best places to park a car rental in Darwin?
If you need to park Darwin car rentals overnight, free overnight parking is allowed in open-air parking lots daily from 5 pm to 8 am. In downtown Darwin, there is inexpensive all-day parking in the Chinatown Car Park, the Westlane Car Park, State Square Car Park, and Wood/Daly Car Park. Metered street parking is usually free after 5 pm, and before that expect to pay an hourly rate.
Darwin car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Hertz
10.0
Wonderful
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10.0
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10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
7.9
2 locations in Darwin
Locations in Darwin
55-59 Mitchell St
+61 8 8925 5890
Mcmillans Rd
+61 8 8982 6690
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10.0 Wonderful
Amanda, Sep 2021
Thrifty
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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9.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Darwin
Locations in Darwin
50 Mitchell St
+61 8 8924 0000
64 Stuart Hwy
+61 8 8924 0000
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Alamo
9.2
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8.9
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8.9
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8.9
Value for money
8.9
One location in Darwin
Locations in Darwin
In Terminal
+61 1300 106 666
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Compact SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Margaret, May 2023
Intermediate SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Mar 2023
Supplier choice sedan
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2022
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Anonymous, Mar 2022
Budget
9.0
Wonderful
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10.0
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9.0
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9.0
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8.0
2 locations in Darwin
Locations in Darwin
Cnr Smith & Mclachlan Streets
+61 8 8981 9800
Terminal Building
+61 8 8945 2011
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Intermediate
Dollar
8.0
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8.0
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10.0
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8.0
Value for money
8.0
4 locations in Darwin
Locations in Darwin
50 Mitchell Street
+61 8 8981 5599
55-59 Mitchell St
+61 1800 501 934
Mcmillans Rd
+61 1800 501 934
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Europcar
8.0
Very good
Read 2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
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8.0
Value for money
8.0
3 locations in Darwin
Locations in Darwin
77 Cavenagh Street
+61 889 410 300
Shop 31 / 55-59 Mitchell Street
+61 8 8941 0300
Terminal Building
+61 8 8945 3261
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
Staff were very friendly. Pick up and drop off easy.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Standard
One location in Darwin
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Terminal Building
+61 8 7914 7011
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YUEN, Jun 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2022
2 locations in Darwin
Locations in Darwin
102 Esplanade
+61 1300 106 666
In Terminal 1 Henry Wrigley Dr
+61 1300 106 666
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2022
One location in Darwin
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In Terminal1 Henry Wrigley Way
+61 1300 106 666
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89 Smith St
+61 8 8936 0600
Terminal Building
+61 8 8936 6166
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55-59 Mitchell St
+61 889 410 944
Mcmillians Road
+61 889 450 999
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Shop 41, Mitchell Centre, 51/59 Mitchell Street
+61 1800 620 408
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1/8 Osgood Drive
+61 1300 729 230
99 Mitchell St
+61 889 111 959
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285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove, NT
+61 1800 028 881
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77 CAVENAGH STREET
+61 889 410 300
Mcmillan's Road
61 8 89453261
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99 Mitchell Street
+61 1300 729 230
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77 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, Australia
+61 435 214 104
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Terminal Building
+86 10 6064 1387
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Alamo |
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Most popular car type | Compact |
Average price | C$ 66/day |
Good deal | C$ 59/day |
When to book a rental car in Darwin
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Car rental at airports serving Darwin
Darwin car rental information
| Pick-up location | Darwin |
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| Car types | |
| Rental locations | 45 |
| Airport locations | 23 |