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Discover the splendours of the Margaret River Region when you reserve a car hire Busselton. The charming seaside town is located on the southern tip of Western Australia, just two and a half hours south of Perth. The vibrant city welcomes visitors with its relaxing ambience and a vast range of fun things to do. Fringed by the Indian and Pacific Oceans and incredible forests, Busselton offers plenty of outdoor recreational activities, including a variety of water sports, cycling, and hiking. Don’t miss the chance to experience the lively main street, stroll along the foreshore, hit the beach, and discover historic sites.

Once you have seen the attractions in the city, take advantage of your hired car to explore more of the surrounding Margaret River Region. Some beautiful towns worth adding to your itinerary include Augusta, Bunbury and Albany.

If you have time on your hands, head north for an incredible drive up the west coast toward Geraldton, Carnarvon, and Coral Bay.

Car hire Busselton

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When you book with Airport Rentals, you will have free cancellation on most cars and never have to worry about hidden fees or charges. You can also access our secure online reservation management system to make changes and updates to your booking at any time.

Guide to Busselton

Busselton is home to around 38,000 and is one of the fastest growing regions in Western Australia. With its mild Mediterranean climate and four distinct seasons, it is an excellent place to visit any month of the year. Highlights include the iconic mile long Busselton Jetty, the 19th-century Courthouse, and the 80-mile Cape to Cape track.

The nearest international airport to Busselton is the Perth Airport (PER), located 225 kilometres from the city.

Driving a car rental in Busselton

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Getting from Busselton to the Airport

The drive in your rental car from Busselton to Perth Airport is lengthy but fairly straightforward. Take Busselton Highway, Forrest Highway, and then Kwinana Freeway until you reach Horrie Miller Drive. Continue along this road until you reach the terminal. The journey will take roughly 2.5 hours.

Tips for driving in Busselton

First time driving in Australia? Brush up on the traffic laws before hitting the road in your car hire Busselton.

● If you plan on driving long distances, avoid fatigue by taking a 15-minute break every two hours.

● It is common to see wildlife and stock on the roads particularly at sunrise and sunset.

● If driving to remote areas, take plenty of food, water, and fuel in case of a rental breakdown.

● You must keep left unless overtaking when driving on highways.

Parking your rental car in Busselton

There is plenty of on-street and off-street parking options throughout Busselton. Check for time restrictions before parking your rental car.

Accommodation in Busselton

Busselton has plenty of fantastic accommodation options, including beachfront properties, luxury hotels, and charming B&Bs. Some popular ones include:

● Abbey Beach Resort - Located on the beach, this luxury resort features restaurants, bars, pools, sports courts, a sauna, gym, and kids playground.

● Jacaranda Guest House - A relaxing B&B with comfortable rooms, a garden setting, outdoor seating areas, and barbecue facilities.

● Comfort Inn Busselton River Resort - Situated close to many attractions, this affordable motel has spacious rooms, a restaurant, and a pool.

● Busselton Beach Resort - A comfortable hotel featuring self-contained apartments, sports courts, a gym, pool, bowling green, and a games room.

Annual events in Busselton

See if you have time to attend one of Busselton’s unique and vibrant festivals during your trip.

● Festival of Busselton(January) - A month-long festival celebrating community with a program filled with free family-focused activities.

● Busselton Fringe Festival(March) - A family-friendly festival with a variety of artistic performances, markets, food and drinks, and live music.

● Jazz by the Bay (May) - A four-day event showcasing jazz music with more than 40 live performances held in 20 venues throughout Busselton.

● Busselton Show (November) - A two-day agricultural show featuring carnival rides, food, livestock presentations, competitions, and more.

Main attractions in Busselton

With your car hire Busselton,you can make the most of your time and visit all the attractions of the Margaret River Region with ease. Here are just a few:

● Tuart Forest National Park - A spectacular Tuart forest with wildlife and wildflowers, plus a self-guided night spotlighting trail.

● Ngilgi Cave - A fascinating cave with various mineral formations, walking trails and an interpretive area.

● Underwater Observatory - Located at the end of Busselton Jetty, the Observatory is eight metres below the water where visitors can view more than 300 marine species.

● ArtGeo Cultural Complex - Features a theatre, gallery, studios, workshops, sculptures, and a bush food garden, housed in a historic courthouse.