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Car Rental Locations & Options
Car Hire Locations at TSV Airport
| Provider | Location | Hours | Fleet Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avis/Budget | Arrivals hall | 6AM-8PM daily | Toyota Camry, Corolla, SUVs |
| Hertz | Arrivals hall | 6:30AM-8:30PM | Medium-size cars, small cars |
| Europcar | Arrivals hall | 7AM-8PM | Budget to luxury cars |
| Enterprise/Redspot | Arrivals hall | 6:30AM-9PM | All costs included, free extra drivers |
| SIXT/Thrifty | Arrivals hall | 7AM-8PM | 24h returns available |
| Bargain Car Rentals | On-site | 6:30AM-8PM | Low prices, unlimited kilometres |
Counter Locations
All major rental counters are in the arrivals hall at the arrivals end of the terminal. After collecting your luggage, walk to the rental desks to complete your paperwork.
Car Park Access
Rental cars are parked in the rental car park area, a short walk from the terminal. Staff will give you directions after completing your rental agreement.
Car Rental Prices
How to pay less?
- Compare your options. Prices vary a lot between rental companies, even for the exact same car. A quick search on a comparison site shows you everything at once.
- Book a full week if you can. Renting for 7+ days often triggers a big discount. For busy times like Townsville's school holidays or the Townsville 500 race in July, booking a few months ahead is a smart move.
- Pick up your car in the city. You can sometimes avoid airport fees by collecting your rental from a depot in Townsville itself. Just weigh up the cost of a taxi or rideshare to get there.
- Don't book more car than you need. A smaller car is almost always cheaper to rent and uses less fuel. Mid-size sedans in Townsville often hit the sweet spot for value.
- Fill 'er up before you return. Always choose the 'full-to-full' fuel policy and top up the tank yourself. Letting the rental company do it will cost you way more per litre.
- Stick to one driver if possible. Adding an extra driver usually costs a daily fee, though some companies offer a free spouse. Check the policy details before you book.

Car hire prices at Townsville Airport (TSV) 2025/2026
Parking Tips
| Destination | Distance | Driving Time | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville CBD | 8 km | 10-15 minutes | Via Meenan Street and Ingham Road to Flinders Street |
| The Strand | 10 km | 15 minutes | Via Bundock Street |
| Magnetic Island Ferry | 12 km | 20 minutes | To Breakwater Terminal |
| James Cook University | 14 km | 20 minutes | Via Bruce Highway |
| Lavarack Barracks | 11 km | 15 minutes | Via Woolcock Street |
| Castle Hill Lookout | 11 km | 20 minutes | Via Flinders Street |
Airport Exit Directions
- From rental car area, follow signs to airport exit
- Follow John Melton Black Drive to Meenan Street, then head east toward Townsville CBD
- Follow John Melton Black Drive to Meenan Street, then follow signs for Bruce Highway A1 north to Cairns or south to Brisbane
Traffic Notes
- Avoid Woolcock Street during rush hour (7:30-9AM and 4:30-6PM weekdays)
- Allow extra time during school drop-off/pickup times near schools
- Weekend traffic generally flows well and has minimal congestion
Why rent a car in Townsville
Get a car to visit:
- Townsville CBD – Flinders Street
- The Strand – Ross River Road
- Castle Hill Lookout – Flinders Street
- Magnetic Island ferry terminal – Breakwater Terminal
- James Cook University – Bruce Highway

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