Cost Of Hiring A Motorhome In Australia

Motorhome rental is an excellent way to travel around Australia without having to worry about where you're going to stay each night. If you're planning a trip across the country, then renting a motorhome is a great option, especially if you don't mind staying in campsites along the way. The best thing about hiring a motorhome is that you get to drive wherever you like, and there's no need to book accommodation before hand. This means that you can spend time enjoying the sights of the area you're visiting, rather than spending hours trying to find somewhere to sleep at night. It's important to remember though that not every state has a good supply of campsites, so you'll need to plan ahead if you intend to visit some areas of the country.

The cost of hiring a motorhome varies depending on the length of your journey, but generally speaking, prices start from $50 per day for short trips, rising to $100-$150 per day for longer journeys. There are many factors that affect the price of renting a motorhome, including the distance between your destination and your starting point, how long you intend to rent the vehicle for, and the season you're travelling during. Some states charge extra fees for driving through certain parts of the country, while others charge additional fees for carrying passengers. Most rental agencies offer discounts for multiple days of rentals, so it's worth checking out the various options available to see if they suit your needs.

If you're looking for a motorhome that's suitable for family holidays, then check out our selection of motorhomes here.

Cost Of Hiring A Motorhome In Australia

Some useful information about Australia

The unique country code for Australia is AU. You will likely therefore find that country code in your address bar if you visit a website from Australia. With regards to time, Australia lies in the Australia/Sydney timezone, which means that it has a GMT offset of 11.0 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Can I drop off my campervan somewhere other than Australia?
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In many cases you can. Note that if you do, there is likely to be an increased cost.
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How does the insurance work in Australia?
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The campervan insurance is almost always included in the vehicle hire cost, but this usually does not include the full excess (see below).
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Will there be an excess for campervan hire Australia?
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There is likely to be an excess in most cases, however you can usually remove it if you pay a little more per day. You may also be able to arrange with a 3rd party to cover the insurance.
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Can I compare prices in Australia?
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Absolutely! Our search engine lets you compare across a range of campervan providers to secure the best deal.
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Is there a charge for using a card to hire a campervan in Australia?
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In most cases there is a nominal charge to use a credit or debit card, which rarely exceeds 2%. Please note that Visa and Mastercard are the only card types accepted at this time.