Visit Australia’s countryside with a car hire from Toowoomba Airport
Situated 130 kilometres west of Brisbane in southeastern Queensland is the Garden City of Toowoomba. Known for its lush countryside home to more than 150 parks and gardens, the city radiates an artsy vibe complete with street festivals, cool cafes and eateries. Located in the Darling Downs region and sitting at 700 metres above sea level along the Great Dividing Range, any of the locations within Toowoomba city centre almost always guarantees an epic adventure to remember!
Offering plenty of scenic splendours and nearby locations perfect as a picnic point, like saltwater pool venues and Japanese gardens, Toowoomba QLD is best explored in a rental car. Pick up your vehicle hire at Toowoomba Airport and discover the region at your leisure.
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Quick guide to Toowoomba Airport
Visitors flying into the city will arrive at Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, which is located at Wellcamp QLD, approximately 15.6 km west of Toowoomba CBD. The airport is formerly known as Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport. Although small in size, the Toowoomba airport terminal contains two cafes including Altitude Bar & Cafe in the main terminal offering breakfast, lunch and drinks, and the Express Cafe open for morning flights near the airport entrance.
Toowoomba Airport car hire desks are located within the main entrance of the terminal. Rental companies offer shuttle services from the airport to their depot locations. There are designated bays for all hire car suppliers serving the Wellcamp airport. Taxis and shuttles are also available outside the airport terminal building. If you are driving to the airport, monitored short and long-term parking lots are available 24/7, and not just at the main car park. The first 4 hours are free in the short-term lot or pull up to the 2-minute drop-off zone for a quick stop.
Exploring southeast Queensland in your Toowoomba car hire
After picking up your hire car in Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, drive approximately 30 minutes east, via the Toowoomba Cecil Plains Road, to reach the CBD. The garden city is laid out in grid form, making it easy to get around.
Top tips on driving car rentals in Toowoomba
When driving your hire car Toowoomba, be cautious of pedestrians and follow all road signs. Take advantage of the surrounding countryside by touring enchanted gardens and driving up to Picnic Point for a view over Lockyer Valley. Australia’s wildlife tends to hang near highways at dawn and dusk, so always keep your eyes on the road. And remember cell phone use is prohibited.
Read our Australia driving tips for more information, and refer to our guide to Australia distances to help plan your Toowoomba car hire trip, including info on the speed limit plus what to expect in major cities in Australia, to help you enjoy the drive.
Where to stay in Toowoomba
Unfortunately, there are no hotels within walking distance of the airport terminal building, but there are plenty of options 20 minutes away. For the closest lodging to Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, check out Bronco Motor Inn or Altitude Motel. Find a mix of budget motels and 4-star hotels in the city centre including Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel or Athena Motel Apartments. Place 2 Stay International Hostel is a favourite among backpackers. Enjoy a saltwater pool at Applegum Inn just a few blocks from the downtown area.
Dining in Toowoomba
This hip city is teeming with funky cafes and modern restaurants. Grab a coffee and brekky at Firefly or Ortem, both showcasing local art. Lunch at Artisan for pizza and sammies, or dive into big, juicy burgers at Phatburgers offering both meat and vegetarian options. Don't forget to check out Junk Asian, a trendy-must for dinner, during your Toowoomba car rental holiday.
Hire a Car in Toowoomba - Useful FAQs
Which car hire companies in Toowoomba have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Not just in Toowoomba, all car rental companies serving Queensland and nationwide have followed the health standards imposed by the government of Australia, to maintain the cleanliness of vehicles, their premises, and all staff involved in their operations.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Toowoomba?
Booking Toowoomba car hire costs AUD $42 to AUD $100 per day, with the cheapest rates falling usually during the month of June. Rates depend on the vehicle type, rental duration and included dates of travel. Visit our website to get a more accurate rental estimate. Alter the pick up date or the drop off date in our search widget, to find fantastic car hire deals. Contact our customer service team for more information on available car rental offers to compare and sift through.
What is the highest-rated rental car in Toowoomba?
To respond to 'what is the most popular hire car in Toowoomba?' we may also need to check the number of passengers and the purpose of the booking, for example, if it is for business or travel with family and kids. For our customers of QLD cities including Toowoomba, smaller five-seater car models are competing at the top as highest-rated rental car, like Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Toyota Corolla.
What is the highest-rated car hire supplier in Toowoomba?
Access Rent A Car and Hertz are battling as top suppliers which have on-airport locations for rental cars Toowoomba QLD has, while overall, Avis, Thrifty, and Dollar join the list of car hire companies with excellent ratings from customers.
How old do I need to be to rent a car from Toowoomba?
21 years of age is the usual minimum to book and drive a car in Toowoomba, QLD. There are car hire companies which allow drivers 18 to 20 years old, but usually with additional fees and required documents.
How do I get the best deal on a rental car?
The best deals for car rentals Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport are all brought together here at Airport Rentals! Be it from Thrifty, Dollar, Budget, or an Avis rental car, we have unbeatable Toowoomba car hire offers waiting for you. The same is true when you hire a car in all destinations in Australia, New Zealand, and all over the world.
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