Noosa Heads car hire

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Mini

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Noosa Heads car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Noosa Heads with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Noosa Heads?

You should book your car hire in Noosa Heads around 84 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Noosa Heads?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Noosa Heads are Avis (10.0, 1 review), Apex (9.5, 7 reviews), and Budget (9.0).
Avis
Avis
Rated 10.0/10
Apex
Apex
Rated 9.5/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 9.0/10
Sixt
Sixt
Rated 8.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Noosa Heads?

Full-size cars (Kia Carnival or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Noosa Heads. Full-size cars in Noosa Heads cost £105/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £105/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Noosa Heads?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Noosa Heads is June at an average cost of £23/day. September is the most expensive month to hire a car in Noosa Heads when prices are £37/day on average, which tends to be 14% above the yearly average hire price for Noosa Heads.

What car hire company in Noosa Heads has the most locations?

Thrifty operates 2 locations in Noosa Heads, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Noosa Heads

  • 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.
  • 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.

FAQs about car hire 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.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Sunshine Coast airport (MCY)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Sunshine Coast airport is Bargain Car Rentals.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Sunshine Coast airport (MCY)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Sunshine Coast airport to off-airport locations is Bargain Car Rentals.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Noosa Heads?

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

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Noosa Heads?

    A Mini car hire in Noosa Heads costs £105 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Noosa Heads?

    Most car hire providers in Noosa Heads offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Noosa Heads, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • 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 hire reviews and directory

 
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Avis

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Noosa Heads

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Cnr Hastings St & Noosa Dr

+61 7 5473 8955

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Standard

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Excellent service, would recommend !

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Apex

9.5

Wonderful

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9.7

Comfort

9.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.7

Value for money

9.5

One location in Noosa Heads

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20 Runway Drive, Sunshine Coast Airport, Marcoola, QLD

+61 754 570 102

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Compact

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All good except the car we had did not have a navigation system. We didn’t realise until we got in the car.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

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Fantastic, we had to leave within 24 hrs as we had bereavement

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Standard SUV

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Brilliant service with Apex - couldn't fault the service, quality of car and pricing.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2022

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Overall the experience was good, but it was hard to find the contact details for the provider (apex) on the confirmation.. please make that more obvious

10.0 Wonderful

Bring00, Dec 2021

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Great price, staff and car and the office was easy to get to.

1 out of 3

Budget

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0

Comfort

9.0

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9.0

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9.0

One location in Noosa Heads

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Cnr Hastings St & Noosa Dr

+61 7 5473 8955

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
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Sixt

8.0

Very Good

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8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Noosa Heads

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49 David Low Way

+61 7 5447 2299

Monday08:00 - 16:00
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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Had to drop off at Good Coast stadium. Would have appreciated some better instructions for the after hours drop off.

1 out of 1

Hertz

4.6

Mediocre

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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

5.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Noosa Heads

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Unit 1/9 Lionel Donovan Drv

+61 7 5474 9234

Monday08:00 - 16:00
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Firefly

9.0

Wonderful

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16 Noosa Drive

+61 7 5474 9234

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Thrifty

7.7

Good

2 locations in Noosa Heads

Locations in Noosa Heads

49 David Low Way

+61 7 5443 1733

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
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Unit 1/9 Lionel Donovan Drv

+61 136139

Monday08:00 - 16:00
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Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
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Dollar

6.7

Okay

One location in Noosa Heads

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49 David Low Way

+61 7 5443 1733

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
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Bespoke Noosa Car Rentals

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One location in Noosa Heads

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66 Noosa Drive

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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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16 travellers who hired a car in Noosa Heads gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.9

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Car hire insurance in Noosa Heads

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Noosa Heads car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Noosa Heads.

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Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Noosa Heads car hire.

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