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Noosa Heads car hire information
| Pick-up location | Noosa Heads |
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| Hire locations | 13 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Noosa Heads
- Noosa Heads is the starting point for one of Australia's most unique road trips: the Great Beach Drive from Noosa Heads to Hervey Bay. You'll need a 4WD to drive this sand highway through Great Sandy National Park. Most visitors do the road trip in a few days, stopping along the way at places like K'gari (Fraser Island). Just bear in mind that some companies offering cheap car hire in Noosa Heads may not allow their vehicles to be driven on beaches or other unsealed surfaces. Just check with your provider beforehand and they may be able to offer additional insurance or suitable vehicles. If you want to take the inland route back, it takes around 2h 20min on State Route 57.
- Consider hiring an electric vehicle, especially for cheap car hire in Noosa Heads. Many of the area's most popular accommodation options have charging stations available for guests, including Culgoa Point Resort and Noosa Sun Motel. Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort and Noosa Tropicana Hotel make their chargers available to both guests and the general public. You can also find chargers at Cooroy Railway Station and on Project Avenue close to Bushlands Park. If you're planning some road trips, most cities along the coast will have chargers available.
- If you're planning a long road trip or overnight drives with your Noosa Heads hire car, make sure you check the rest stop locations along your route. If you need to take a short nap or sleep in your car overnight, this can only be done at camping grounds or designated rest stops. These rest stops often have other useful facilities such as barbecue facilities, toilets, showers and picnic benches. You can usually stay up to 22 hours at a time.
- Hire a car in Noosa Heads to explore the coastline at your own pace. The 620 Route bus is the only public transport through Noosa Heads and travels directly along Sunshine Beach Rd and Noosa Pde, meaning accommodation in the south near Leslie Dr is poorly connected. It’s possible to drive to the entrance of Noosa National Park from the centre of the city in only 5min, while the trip by bus takes roughly 30min and drops you over 1 km away. A hire car also opens up the possibility of visiting Tewantin National Park, which otherwise requires a transfer of buses in Tewantin.
- The hire offices for companies, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty, can be found across from the baggage claim area at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY). Hire cars are located directly outside the terminal, across the pickup lane, and can be reached with a short walk of less than 5min. Noosa Heads is more than 27 km from Sunshine Coast Airport, so hiring a car will save you from a costly taxi fare (approximately A$ 90) or shuttle bus (approximately A$ 35).
- As Noosa Heads is surrounded by beaches and lagoons, pedestrian traffic is busy in car parks and coastal streets. Be wary to drive slowly and provide additional passing space as pedestrians are often carrying surfboards and other bulky items. If you are heading off road and going beach driving during your trip, reduce tyre pressure to roughly 18–20 psi and follow the tracks made by previous vehicles.
- Thanks to not having a large business district, Noosa Heads does not experience a rush of traffic at any part of the day. Congestion stays consistent on the shopping areas of Sunshine Beach Rd and Hastings St, with cars moving slowly around pedestrians.
- Book your rental car in Noosa Heads at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Full-size rental cars in Noosa Heads are around -100% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Noosa Heads
What type of car is recommended for driving in Noosa Heads?
An intermediate model is perfectly suited to Noosa Heads, offering cabin comfort and easy navigation along windy roads. Compact hire cars are preferable if you are driving long distances up and down the Sunshine Coast because of their superior fuel efficiency. A 4WD is essential for beach driving or exploring trails, though they will find some parking in the centre of town a bit tight.
What’s the speed limit in Noosa Heads?
The default speed limit is 50 km/h. Certain stretches of Hastings St indicate a maximum of 10 km/h in shared zones where pedestrians are common. Major arterial roads, such as David Low Way, increase to 60 km/h, while school zones are set at 40 km/h.
Where are the best places to park in Noosa Heads?
Lions Park Car Park has free 4h spots between 08:00 and 17:00, while metered parking is available along thoroughfares but spaces can be hard to find. Bay Village on Noosa Pde is great for longer visits with a flat daily rate of about A$ 40.
How much is the price of fuel in Noosa Heads?
The average price of fuel in Noosa Heads is ₹ 356 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a petrol tank costs between ₹ 4,270 and ₹ 5,694, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Noosa Heads?
Full-size (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Noosa Heads.
How can I find car hires near me in Noosa Heads?
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How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Noosa Heads?
A Full Size car hire in Noosa Heads costs ₹ 7,294 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Noosa Heads?
A Compact car rental in Noosa Heads costs ₹ 2,715 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Noosa Heads?
An Economy car hire in Noosa Heads costs ₹ 1,880 per day, on average.
How old do I need to be to hire a car in Noosa Heads?
Noosa Heads has multiple car hire agencies to choose from and most will lend a car to drivers 21 or older. You will also need to have held a full licence for at least one year. Drivers under 25 may wish to consider Apex, which is one of the only companies that doesn't charge a young driver's fee.
What can I use to pay for my Noosa Heads hire car?
Most major Noosa Heads car hire companies accept both credit and debit cards. Although many drivers now keep their cards on their phones, bear in mind that some companies, such as Enterprise, require a physical card. Debit cards must be Visa or Mastercard. Whichever card you use must have the same name as on your driver's licence.
Noosa Heads car rental reviews and directory
Apex
9.6
Wonderful
6 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.6
Value for money
9.3
One location in Noosa Heads
Locations in Noosa Heads
20 Runway Drive, Sunshine Coast Airport, Marcoola, QLD
+61 754 570 102
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
8.0 Very Good
Mar 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
Sixt
8.0
Very Good
1 reviewCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Noosa Heads
Locations in Noosa Heads
49 David Low Way
+61 7 5447 2299
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8.0 Very Good
Jan 2024
Hertz
4.6
Mediocre
5 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Noosa Heads
Locations in Noosa Heads
16 Noosa Drive
+61 7 5474 9234
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2.0 Poor
Aug 2022
Budget
9.0
Wonderful
No reviews available
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9.0
Comfort
9.0
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9.0
Value for money
9.0
One location in Noosa Heads
Locations in Noosa Heads
Cnr Hastings St & Noosa Dr
+61 7 5473 8955
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East Coast Car Rentals
8.5
Very Good
5 reviewsOne location in Noosa Heads
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3/30 Runway Drive, Marcoola
+61 1800 474 258
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2022
8.0 Very Good
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2022
Avis
8.4
Very Good
1 reviewOne location in Noosa Heads
Locations in Noosa Heads
Cnr Hastings St & Noosa Dr
+61 7 5473 8955
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Dollar
8.7
Very Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Noosa Heads
Locations in Noosa Heads
49 David Low Way
+61 7 5443 1733
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Thrifty
7.8
Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Noosa Heads
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16 Noosa Drive
+61 136139
49 David Low Way
+61 7 5443 1733
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Firefly
6.7
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Noosa Heads
Locations in Noosa Heads
16 Noosa Drive
+61 7 5474 9234
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Bespoke Noosa Car Rentals
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One location in Noosa Heads
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Prestige Rentals
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One location in Noosa Heads
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33 Oasis Drive
+61 414 000 111
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