Gladstone car rentals

A compact car is ideal for Gladstone as it will allow you to easily explore the town itself and then venture out on the many day trips available in the region. With beaches, islands, crystal-clear waters and The Great Barrier Reef to explore, a compact car will be your perfect companion, making parking at the beaches, lookouts and other popular attractions easier. If you’ll be travelling in a large group or bringing your own adventure gear, selecting an SUV for your car hire in Gladstone will give you the extra space you need.

The speed limit in Gladstone’s built-up areas is 50 km/h unless otherwise signed. This speed limit applies in suburban streets and most of those in the industrial areas. Areas of high pedestrian traffic and school zones may carry lower speed limits of 40 km/h, so it’s essential to keep an eye out for signs. Roads, like Phillip Street, that connect suburbs and other parts of the city tend to have a higher speed limit of 60 km/h. However, once again, it’s important to look out for speed signs.

You’ll find plenty of free parking in Gladstone, even around popular spots like the marina, Barneys Beach, Tondoon Botanic Gardens and Auckland Hill Lookout. These attractions tend to have dedicated parking areas, while the suburban parts of Gladstone feature on-street parking. Gladstone’s hotels and resorts also provide free parking.

On average a rental car in Gladstone costs C$ 86 per day.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Gladstone. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The only car rental company onsite at Gladstone airport is Thrifty.

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

An Economy car rental in Gladstone costs C$ 116 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Gladstone costs C$ 140 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Gladstone costs C$ 151 per day, on average.

In Gladstone, cars are most frequently rented at Thrifty Aerodrome Rd (4 km from city centre ).

Gladstone car hire companies welcome international travellers with foreign driver's licences, but there are a few conditions to keep in mind. Your licence must be in English or accompanied by an International Driver's Permit (IDP) printed in English. Additionally, you will need to present your passport as identification.

You’ll find a range of electric and hybrid cars available to hire in Gladstone, including compact models, standard-sized sedans and SUVs. If you’re hoping to book cheap car hire in Gladstone, you can compare the eco-friendly options through KAYAK to find the right model for your budget.