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Geelong car rentals

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Geelong

  • Geelong is a vibrant city known for its beautiful beaches, stunning scenery, and rich culinary heritage. If you are visiting this beautiful city, using Geelong car rentals is the best way to explore its attractions comfortably, quickly, and efficiently. One of the main benefits of renting cheap car rentals in Geelong is that it offers convenient transportation. You can easily visit different attractions within and outside the city without worrying about public transport schedules. Some of these attractions include the Eastern Beach Reserve, Geelong Botanic Gardens, and Adventure Park Geelong.
  • Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) is located approximately 12.5 miles southwest of Geelong. The car rental offices at AVV are located inside the terminal building next to the baggage claim area. Melbourne Airport (MEL) is approximately 43.5 miles northeast of Geelong. The rental car offices at MEL are located on the ground floor of the Terminal 1 (International) and Terminal 3 (Domestic) car parks. There is a free shuttle bus service called the Terminal Transfer Bus that runs between the terminal buildings and the car rental offices.
  • Driving in Geelong, Australia, requires knowledge of the city’s unique rules and driving style. Pedestrians have the right of way at pedestrian crossings, and drivers must always give way to pedestrians on footpaths or nature strips. The city also has a relaxed driving style as drivers are generally calm and follow the rules. Moreover, Geelong has a significant number of cyclists that use the roads. It is essential to look out for them when driving cheap car rentals in Geelong and give them the right of way where possible.
  • Geelong is not generally known for its difficult driving conditions. However, there are certain times of the day when traffic can be heavy, particularly during rush hour. Geelong's rush hour typically occurs between 7 am to 9 am and 4 pm to 6 pm on weekdays. Some of the roads that are most affected during these times include the Princes Highway, Geelong Ring Road, and the Great Ocean Road. Geelong doesn't get a lot of winter snow, but there can be occasional rainfall, particularly during the winter months between June and August. It's also worth noting that some parts of Geelong can be prone to flooding during heavy rain, which can make driving cheap car rentals in Geelong more difficult.
  • Book your rental car in Geelong at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Geelong are around 78% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Geelong

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Geelong?

    Based on our information, car rental agencies in Geelong only have manual transmission cars.

  • How much is gas price in Geelong?

    The average gas price in Geelong is C$ 5.63 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 68 and C$ 90, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Geelong?

    Mini (Kia Carnival or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Geelong.

  • Which car rental companies are at Melbourne airport (MEL)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Melbourne airport include Europcar, Simba Car Hire, Hertz, Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast Car Rentals, Ace Rental Cars, JUCY, Thrifty and Dollar.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Melbourne airport (MEL)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Melbourne airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Hertz, Bargain Car Rentals, Ace Rental Cars, Sixt, JUCY, Budget, Thrifty, Dollar and Economy Rent a Car.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Geelong?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Geelong?

    A Mini car rental in Geelong costs C$ 180 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Geelong?

    An Intermediate car rental in Geelong costs C$ 120 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Premium car rental cost in Geelong?

    A Premium car rental in Geelong costs C$ 169 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Geelong?

    Geelong is a coastal city located in the state of Victoria, with diverse terrains, ranging from urban areas with densely populated streets to scenic coastal routes with winding roads. Therefore, the type of car recommended for driving in Geelong would be a compact SUV. Compact SUVs are ideal for handling both crowded city streets and scenic coastal routes, as they are easy to maneuver and have good visibility. These cars are also good for handling turns and corners, which are common in Geelong's scenic routes.

  • What’s the speed limit in Geelong?

    In Geelong, the speed limit varies depending on the type of road and the zone. In residential areas, the default speed limit is typically 50 km/h (31 mph), unless otherwise signposted. In school zones, the speed limit is 40 km/h (25 mph) during school hours. On main roads and highways, the speed limit is generally 60-80 km/h (37-50 mph). In some areas outside of the city, the speed limit may be as high as 100-110 km/h (62-68 mph) on highways and freeways.

  • Where are the best places to park in Geelong?

    There are several options available for parking Geelong car rentals, both free and paid. If you're visiting the CBD, you should plan to pay for parking as it is limited and in high demand. Street parking is available in many areas, and you can pay using the central parking meters or the free 'cPark' app. The hourly rate for street parking is typically around A$4.00 ($2.60). The best places to park in Geelong include the Deakin University Car Park, the Civic Car Park, and the Little Malop Street Car Park, which are generally safe, convenient, and relatively affordable.

Geelong 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

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10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Geelong

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18a The Esplanade South

+61 3 5229 1100

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2023

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Brad was friendly and really helpful, made the check in and out very easy, thank you

10.0 Wonderful

Graeme, Jan 2022

KAYAK
Everything was very good, no problems.

1 out of 1

Sixt

9.0

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

2 locations in Geelong

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23-24 Hume Reserve Court

+61 3 5222 5888

Monday07:30 - 16:30
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67 Douro Street

+61 3 5222 5888

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jun 2024

SUV

KAYAK
Expected to rent a small SUV as Toyota Yaris Cross. Received a VW Tiguan. Previous was similar. Expected small SUV and received Renault Koleos. Which, was a better experience.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
The overall experience was very good

1 out of 1

Europcar

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.8

One location in Geelong

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48 Mercer Street

+61 3 5229 8188

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Luxury SUV

KAYAK
First of all, service was too slow. Had to wait around 45 mins to have someone to look into my booking. Then they have made up their own rule of not accepting digital license which wasn’t mentioned anywhere in my booking. I had to return to collect physical license card which I never had to carry in last 3 years. Then I was supposed to receive a luxury suv ( Audi Q5 or similar) but they said they do not carry any luxury car only MG or Nissan. I have paid for a luxury suv but offered a Nissan x-trail basic model which was a complete rip off. I never thought Kayak could trick a client like this to increase their booking. I am planning to lodge formal complaint about this. And at the end of all this drama- they have handed over the car but decided not clean it. I could not be bothered asking them to clean it just gave up and picked up whatever they had. I have never had such bad experience in renting car before.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2023

Mini

KAYAK
The extremely friendly and helpful staff member in Geelong.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Mar 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
The pick up was very slow and I had to wait about 25 mins as there was only one staff member assisting clients in this area. On the flip side when I wanted to extend the rental for a day they were very helpful and quick to answer my call. The drop off was perfect!

1 out of 1

Dollar

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

One location in Geelong

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15 York St

+61 3 5222 5888

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Budget

9.0

Wonderful

One location in Geelong

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152 Latrobe Terrace

+61 3 5273 6666

Monday07:30 - 16:30
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Thrifty

8.0

Very good

2 locations in Geelong

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15 York St

+61 3 5222 5888

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18a The Esplanade South

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National

8.0

Very good

One location in Geelong

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Serviced By Enterprise Redspot

+61 352 722 608

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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keddy by Europcar

6.0

Okay

One location in Geelong

Locations in Geelong

48 MERCER STREET

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

4.9

Mediocre

One location in Geelong

Locations in Geelong

48 Mercer St

+61 3 5229 8188

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Geelong

Locations in Geelong

18A The Esplanade South

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48 Mercer Street

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Red Spot

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One location in Geelong

Locations in Geelong

385-387 Thompson Road

+61 352 722 608

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9 travellers who rented a car in Geelong gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.0

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Most popular car type

Mini

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Geelong car rental information

Pick-up locationGeelong
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