Explore the Isaac Region with a car rental from Moranbah
If you're planning to explore Queensland's Isaac Region by car hire, Moranbah is the place to go. One of Queensland's youngest towns, it was built to house the workers and families of the nearby mines. With its abundant amenities and relatively large population, Moranbah serves as a hub for the surrounding smaller towns and villages, including Burton, Pasha and Winchester.
The town is located on the Peak Downs Highway, 193 kilometres southwest of Mackay and just over 482 kilometres south of Townsville. The Central Highlands town of Emerald QLD lies 170 kilometres to the south of Moranbah.
Heading further afield with your Moranbah car rental? Drive 853 kilometres further north to Cairns, recognised as the gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef, or travel 965 kilometres down the Burnett Highway to reach Brisbane, Queensland's state capital. Planning an even longer Australian road trip? Give yourself a week to make the 1,600-kilometre drive south to Sydney, Australia's largest city.
There are plenty of reasons to book car hire Moranbah with Airport Rentals. We understand that organising a road trip is stressful enough, so we strive to make the process of renting a car as simple as possible. You can manage the booking online, and our friendly customer service team are on hand 24/7 - via phone or email - if you need to ask us any questions.
Despite our excellent service, which has a top rating from TrustPilot, you won't have to pay a premium for booking with us - far from it. In fact, our global reach enables us to access exclusive deals and rental rates that you won't be able to find elsewhere. Plus, you never have to worry about hidden fees when you book your Moranbah rental car with us.
A quick guide to Moranbah
While Moranbah is a small, laid-back place to visit, its status as the hub of the Isaac Region means it is blessed with the level of amenities and services you'd normally expect to find in a much larger town. Be sure to check out the pretty town square and the cultural attractions of the Grosvenor Complex while you're in the area.
As an important regional town, Moranbah has its own airport, offering regular flights to Brisbane BNE airport, and charter services to Cairns and Townsville. Alternatively, Emerald and Mackay airports can both be reached in approximately 2.5 hours by car. Make your life easier when picking up your Moranbah hire car by reading our top tips for ensuring a fast getaway from the airport
Guide to driving a rental car in Moranbah
Getting from Moranbah CBD to Moranbah Airport
Leaving the CBD, head east on Menzies Court then turn left onto Bradman Street.
Turn left onto Mills Avenue.
Take another left onto Goonyella Road.
Continue onto Moranbah Access. After 7.2 kilometres, take a left to the airport.
Car hire Moranbah car driving tips
Drinking and driving is never a good idea, but in Queensland, the limit is extremely low at a blood or breath alcohol concentration of 0.05%.
When passing cyclists, drivers must leave a minimum gap of one metre if the speed limit is up to 60 km/h (37 mph) or 1.5 metres if the speed limit is over 60 km/h.
The speed limit in built-up areas of Queensland is 50 km/h (30 mph) unless otherwise stated.
Don't overtake or perform a U-turn if the road has a single continuous centre line.
Visit the state government website for more advice about driving in Queensland as an international or interstate motorist. Our Australia driving guide also summarises some of the nation’s key road rules.
Parking car hire Moranbah
There are no public car parks in Moranbah, but most local accommodation providers offer private parking. Alternatively, short and long-stay parking is available at Moranbah Airport.
Moranbah offers more accommodation choices than most small towns. Here are some of the best.
Western Heritage Motor Inn - Just 350 metres from the CBD, this hotel has a pleasant garden and an on-site bar.
Oaks Moranbah - All rooms at this stylish aparthotel have private balconies, air conditioning and fully equipped kitchens.
Direct Hotels - Monterey Moranbah - Large, stylishly appointed apartments close to Moranbah Golf Club and the town's shopping mall.
Annual events in Moranbah
Moranbah is a small town with a busy events calendar. Here are some of the biggest local festivals.
Moranbah Sunday Markets (all year, except January) - Dating back three decades, the markets boast fantastic barbecue food, dozens of stalls and live entertainment.
St Lawrence Wetlands Weekend (June) - Learn about the region's nationally important coastal wetlands, take a nature tour and dine like a bushman at this emerging festival.
Mayor's Charity Ball (August) - A stylish black tie event incorporating dining and dancing under the stars in the town square.
Main attractions in Moranbah
Once you've picked up your car hire Moranbah, be sure to check out some of these local attractions.
Federation Walk - Follow the 1-kilometre route, taking in the town's iconic Big Red Rhino Bucket and scenic Grosvenor Creek.
Grosvenor Complex - The town's art and culture hub features a library, tourist information centre and the Coalface Art Gallery.
Grosvenor Park - Located opposite the town square, this park is a great spot for a picnic, or simply taking a stroll while checking out the public art installations.
