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Car Hire in Hobart

Part of our guide to car hire in Australia.

Driving and Parking in Hobart: What You Need to Know

Side of the road: Australia drives on the left, and you give way to the right at roundabouts and intersections. If you normally drive on the right, collect the car at a quiet time and take the first few minutes slowly.
Licence for visitors: A valid overseas licence is generally accepted for visitors, subject to its conditions. If it is not in English, carry an International Driving Permit or an official English translation, and confirm the requirement on your booking confirmation.
Speed limits: Limits are in kilometres per hour. Unless signed otherwise, the default is 50 km/h in built-up areas, 80 km/h on unsealed roads, 100 km/h on rural roads and up to 110 km/h on major highways. School zones are 40 km/h, with the hours shown on flashing signs, and speed cameras operate in Tasmania.
Alcohol, phones and seat belts: The blood alcohol limit is 0.05% for a full licence holder, and random breath tests are used. Holding or touching a phone while driving is prohibited, and mobile camera trailers can detect phone use, including at red lights. Everyone must wear a seat belt, and children under seven need a child seat, which you can request from the supplier in advance.
Roads and pace: Tasmania has no major freeways, and many roads outside the main highways are two-lane and winding. Travel times are often longer than expected, and official guidance suggests planning no more than about 300 km of driving in a day.
Toll roads: There are no toll roads in Tasmania, so nothing needs to be arranged with the supplier for tolls anywhere on the routes in this guide.
Wildlife: Animals are most active at dawn, dusk and through the night, particularly on rural roads, and official guidance advises avoiding those roads at those times where possible. If an animal appears, brake safely and do not swerve.
Weather and ice: Weather can change quickly. Frost, black ice and moss are a risk on shaded and winding roads, and mountain areas may see ice from May to August, so check the Bureau of Meteorology forecast before you set out.
Unsealed roads: Gravel roads can be poor after rain, and rental contracts often prohibit them. Hire car insurance generally does not extend to unsealed roads, so check your booking confirmation and ask the supplier before leaving the sealed network.
Parking in the centre: Street parking in the city centre is metered, and Elizabeth Street Mall has metered spaces with a limited stay. The Argyle Street and Centrepoint car parks charge daily rates. Charges and free periods vary by street, so read the sign at each space.
Salamanca: The underground Salamanca Square Car Park at 20 Montpelier Retreat, Battery Point has a height limit of 2.2 metres, is open from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm, and takes payment through the EasyPark app or a voucher. Spaces around Salamanca Place are scarce on market mornings.
Kunanyi / Mount Wellington: The summit road, Pinnacle Road, can close in snow, ice or unsafe conditions, or because of congestion. Check Tasmania Police community alerts and TasALERT before you go.
Fuel and signal: Petrol stations and electric vehicle chargers are easy to find on the main routes, but mobile coverage can be patchy outside towns, so download offline maps. Confirm the fuel type on your booking confirmation before you refuel.

Top Places to Visit from Hobart by Car

Kunanyi / Mount Wellington — roughly 20 km from the city, in about 25 to 30 minutes. The road climbs to the summit lookout above Hobart, and the approach by Pinnacle Road is the part that closes in poor weather.
Richmond — about 24 km north-east, in roughly 25 minutes. The village is a short drive from the city and suits a half-day trip.
Bruny Island — about 32 to 36 km to the ferry at Kettering via the Channel Highway (A6), in roughly 35 to 40 minutes, followed by a crossing of about 20 minutes to Roberts Point. The ferry is first come, first served, so join the queue early at peak periods and on long weekends, and check the current timetable and fares.
Port Arthur — about 90 km south-east, in roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes. Sources differ slightly on the time, so allow the longer figure.
Freycinet / Coles Bay — about 193 km north-east, in roughly 2 hours 35 minutes. It is a long day return, and wildlife is a particular risk on the roads around Freycinet.

When is the Best Time to Hire a Car in Hobart?

Peak season: December to February is the busiest period, with the longest daylight and warmest weather, and the finish of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and New Year festivities bring high demand. Cars may not be available at short notice in summer.

Shoulder season: March and April are quieter, with mild days and chilly mornings, and early November is an early-summer shoulder period. September and October are quieter still, though showers and wind are more frequent.

Low season: June to August is cold with short days. Dark Mofo in June and the Festival of Voices in July still bring crowds and strong demand for accommodation and cars, and ice can affect mountain and highland roads from May to August.

Advance booking: Book several weeks ahead for summer and for the June and July festivals, and as soon as your dates are fixed for any hire that has to match a flight arrival. Free cancellation means booking early carries no penalty if plans change, and the balance is paid at the desk on collection, so nothing is charged in full at the time of booking.

Before you drive away: Photograph the vehicle thoroughly at collection and again at return, including all four sides, the wheels, the windscreen and the interior. Dated photographs give you a clear record of the condition you received, and they are the quickest way to settle any question about marks that were already there.

Fuel: Confirm the fuel type shown on your booking confirmation before you refuel, and ask at collection which fuel policy applies to your hire, so that you return the car as the supplier expects.

How Payment Works for Car Hire in Hobart

Payment is made in two steps. A rental prepayment confirms your booking online, with Instant Confirmation from the supplier. You then pay the balance directly to the supplier on arrival, when you collect the car.

The price and vehicle class shown at booking are the terms you receive at the desk. Because the full rental amount is not charged at the time of booking, you keep flexibility if your plans change, and cancellation is free.

The supplier may place an excess hold on the main driver's credit card at collection, so check that the card in the driver's name has enough available limit. The amount is shown in your booking confirmation.

Car Hire Suppliers in Hobart

Car hire in Hobart is available through the following supplier.

Green Motion

Car Hire Pick-Up Locations in Hobart

Your booking confirmation from eCarBookers locks in your price and your vehicle class before you arrive. You pay the balance at the desk on collection, and the terms confirmed at booking are the terms you receive. Always confirm your hire in advance to guarantee your price from the moment you collect the keys.

Hobart Airport (HBA)

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book my Hobart car hire in advance?: Yes. Your booking confirmation from eCarBookers locks in your price and your vehicle class before you arrive. You pay the balance at the desk on collection, and the terms confirmed at booking are the terms you receive. Always confirm your hire in advance to guarantee your price from the moment you collect the keys.
Can I get zero-excess cover for my Hobart hire?: Yes. Fully comprehensive zero-excess cover is available directly from your supplier at the desk on collection. The cover is provided by the hire company itself, not a third-party insurer, so once added there is no excess to pay and no reimbursement claim to file.
Can I book car hire in Hobart and pay on arrival?: Yes. Pay on arrival car hire through eCarBookers means the balance is paid at the desk on collection. Your booking confirmation shows the price, the vehicle class and the amount due, so nothing changes between booking and collection.
What is the minimum age to hire a car in Hobart?: The minimum age varies by supplier and vehicle category. Most suppliers set a minimum of 21, and some charge a young driver surcharge for drivers under 25 and apply a maximum age. Check the age terms in your booking confirmation before you travel.
Can I hire a car in Hobart and return it somewhere else?: One-way hire depends on the supplier and the vehicle class, and a different drop-off location may involve a fee. Confirm the arrangement before you book, and ask whether a return in another city is permitted if your trip ends elsewhere in Tasmania.
Are there toll roads in Hobart?: No. There are no toll roads in Tasmania, so nothing needs to be arranged with your supplier for tolls on the routes around Hobart.
Can I drive my hire car to Bruny Island from Hobart?: The Bruny Island ferry leaves from Kettering, about 32 to 36 km from Hobart by the Channel Highway, and the crossing takes about 20 minutes. It is first come, first served. Confirm with your supplier at collection that ferry travel is permitted under your hire terms.

What insurance is included with my car hire in Hobart?: The basic rate includes the supplier's standard collision damage waiver (CDW), which carries an excess. The exact amount is shown before you confirm your booking. Tyres, glass, underbody damage, lost or damaged keys, and a flat battery caused by driver error are typically excluded from standard CDW cover across the car hire industry. Always check your booking confirmation for the specific terms applicable to your hire.
Do I pay now or when I arrive in Hobart?: You confirm your booking online with a rental prepayment, and you pay the balance directly to the supplier on arrival. The full rental amount is not charged at the time of booking.
What happens if I cancel my Hobart car hire?: Cancellation is free. The terms for your booking are shown in your booking confirmation, and because the full rental amount has not been taken, your plans can change without a large sum tied up in the hire.
Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Hobart?: Yes. The main driver should present a credit card in their own name with a limit high enough to cover the excess hold placed by the supplier, together with a valid driving licence and passport. If your licence is not in English, bring an International Driving Permit or an official English translation.
When is the best time to book a hire car in Hobart for lower prices?: Demand is highest from December to February and during the Dark Mofo and Festival of Voices weeks in June and July, so booking outside those periods usually gives lower prices. Booking several weeks ahead gives the widest choice of vehicle classes, as cars may not be available at short notice in summer.
Where can I park in Hobart?: Street parking in the city centre is metered, and the underground Salamanca Square Car Park at 20 Montpelier Retreat, Battery Point has a height limit of 2.2 metres and accepts payment through the EasyPark app or a voucher. The Argyle Street and Centrepoint car parks charge daily rates. Rules vary by street and time, so check the sign at each space.
Can I drive on unsealed roads in a Tasmanian hire car?: Rental contracts often prohibit unsealed roads, and hire car insurance generally does not extend to them. Check your booking confirmation and ask the supplier at collection before leaving the sealed network.