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Cheap car hire in Bendigo
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Bendigo
- Knowing the main roads in Bendigo is important for both locals and visitors, as they provide necessary access and connectivity to various parts of Victoria. Some important roads and highways when using cheap car hire in Bendigo include the Calder Motorway, the Loddon Valley Highway and the Midland Highway. The Calder Motorway connects Bendigo to Melbourne, while the Loddon Valley Highway runs north-south through the heart of the city and provides access to surrounding towns and cities. The Midland Highway connects Bendigo to Ballarat and other cities in the western region of the state.
- Child safety is an important issue throughout Bendigo, and there are a number of guidelines and best practices that you should be aware of to help protect children from harm. You are required to properly fasten children under seven years using a child restraint or booster seat when travelling in a vehicle. A car seat with an in-built harness is required for children aged between six months and four years old, or until they exceed the recommended weight for their car seat. Children between four and eight years old must use a booster seat, and it is recommended to use a booster seat until the child is at least 145 cm tall.
- You will come across various restricted roads when driving your hire car in Bendigo. Pedestrian-only zones in the city centre of Bendigo are Pall Mall and Hargreaves Mall. They are restricted to vehicles, to provide a safe environment for pedestrians. To navigate around these areas, you can drive a Bendigo hire car through alternative streets like Mitchell Street or Hargreaves Street. Williamson Street has weight and size restrictions for vehicles; it's restricted to prevent heavy vehicles from damaging the road surface and nearby buildings. To navigate around this area, you can use alternative streets like High Street or Midland Highway.
- There is plenty to see in Bendigo itself, but to see the best the town and the surrounding area has to offer, you will need a car. Road trips in the surroundings are recommendable. You have places like Axedale, for example, which is a beautiful spot on the river for a packed picnic and a swim on a hot day. There is a limited amount of public transport, so car hire in Bendigo will open up your options for sightseeing.
- A number of options for car hire in Bendigo can be found at the airport, such as Avis and Budget; they are located in the passenger terminal, near returns. Once you have hired your car, you only need to step outside to the parking bays to find your vehicle, which means you don't have to get a bus. If you are touring in Bendigo and have no one to pick you up, this is the easier option, as the airport is about 5 km away from the town centre.
- Bendigo is relatively easy to drive around in and has well marked roads and signage to assist. You will be able to drive around the backstreets with ease to admire the architecture and get an idea of how people live.
- Be particularly careful when driving a car hire in Bendigo at dusk and dawn, especially on the outskirts, as we have wildlife such as kangaroos and koalas crossing the road at these times. Make sure to slow down and be alert to prevent massive amounts of damage to the car and unnecessary death/injury to wildlife, even the possibility of an animal coming through the windscreen! Farmers also move cattle and sheep, so if you start to see a couple, then you may be about to get a herd, in which case you should slow right down or even stop until the herd has passed.
- Book your car hire in Bendigo at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about car hire in Bendigo
What type of car is recommended for driving in Bendigo?
If you're thinking that Bendigo car hire is for you, then you can hire any kind of car, as it is easy to drive around in Bendigo. There is public transport, but you can't get to most of the attractions that you could with a car. If, say, you would like to go to Bendigo National Park for a day trip, you will need a car to get there.
What’s the speed limit in Bendigo?
Peak hour traffic times in Bendigo usually revolve around school drop off and pick up, which is from 07:00 to 09:00 and 14:00 to 16:00. If you are driving in a school zone, you also have to be mindful that the speed limits change during certain times of the day; for example, a 60 km/h zone can become a 40 km/h zone.
Where are the best places to park in Bendigo?
You will have time limits on parking in the city centre, and the signs will give an indication of how long. For example, orange signs are for 1-2h parking or a big, blue sign with a ‘P’ on it is a car park that may be charged but most of the time is free. You can not park across a driveway, and if the street is one way, you must park parallel and leave room for cars in front and behind to get out of their park. You cannot park on the footpath or on the patch of grass between a house and street.
How much is the price of fuel in Bendigo?
The average price of fuel in Bendigo is £3.12 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £37 and £50, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Bendigo?
Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Bendigo.
How can I find car hires near me in Bendigo?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Bendigo?
A Compact car hire in Bendigo costs £31 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Bendigo?
Most car hire providers in Bendigo offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Bendigo, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
How old should I be to hire a car in Bendigo?
The minimum age to reserve a car here varies depending on the Bendigo car hire company. Some companies require that you are at least 21 years, while some car categories have a higher minimum hire age of 25.
How can I get an electric hire car in Bendigo?
Hertz Car Rental is one of the only hire car companies located in Bendigo that offers electric cars, but there are also private individuals who offer their electric cars for hire, through platforms such as the car hire network evee. It's recommended to check directly with the hire company you prefer to confirm availability, especially when you’re searching for cheap car hire in Bendigo.
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Avis
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2 locations in Bendigo
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579 Napier St
+61 3 5432 0488
Terminal Building, Victa Road
+61 3 5441 3228
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579 Napier St
+61 3 5432 0496
Victa Road
+61 3 5441 3228
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Thrifty
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Cnr Myers St And St Andrew Ave
+61 3 5441 6448
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Dollar
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One location in Bendigo
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Cnr Myers St And St Andrew Ave
+61 3 5441 6448
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Europcar
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One location in Bendigo
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229 High Street - Kangaroo Flat
+61 3 9330 6127
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Firefly
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42-46 Midland Hwy
+61 3 5448 5293
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42-46 Midland Hwy
+61 3 5448 5293
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Compact |
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When to book a car hire in Bendigo
Car hire insurance in Bendigo
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Bendigo 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 Bendigo.
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 Bendigo car hire.
Everything you need to know for your car hire in Bendigo
Car rental at airports serving Bendigo
Bendigo car hire information
| Pick-up location | Bendigo |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 9 |
| Airport locations | 2 |