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SIXT car rental in Melbourne
SIXT car rental in Melbourne keeps you moving across one of Australia's most vibrant and diverse cities. With branches at Melbourne Airport, Avalon Airport, Tullamarine, and Melbourne City, you can pick up your vehicle at the location most convenient for your trip — whether you are flying in or starting from the city center.
Browse compact hatchbacks for city driving, SUVs for family road trips, luxury cars from brands like Mercedes-Benz, and electric vehicles for fuel-free motoring. For relocations or commercial needs, pickup trucks, vans, minibuses, and moving trucks are available with optional packing materials.
Add optional extras like child seats or GPS navigation at booking. One-way rentals are available across Australia, and flexible rental terms cover everything from a single day to long-term arrangements.
Book your Melbourne car rental with SIXT online today.
Driving tips for Melbourne
A valid driver's license from your home country is required to rent a car. If your license is not in English, carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside it. Visitors from the US can drive in Victoria with a valid US license for up to six months.
Left-hand traffic
Australia drives on the left. Pay close attention at intersections until the left-hand flow becomes instinctive.
Hook turns
Melbourne's CBD has a unique road rule called the hook turn. To turn right at marked intersections, you pull into the left lane, wait for the cross-street light to turn green, then complete your right turn. Signage indicates where hook turns apply — follow the instructions on overhead signs.
Tram tracks
Melbourne has an extensive tram network. Give way to trams at all times and stop behind trams that are picking up or dropping off passengers. Do not overtake a stopped tram on the left.
Speed limits
Speed limits are posted in km/h. The Melbourne CBD is generally 40 km/h, suburban streets are 50 km/h, and highways range from 100 to 110 km/h.
Toll roads
Melbourne has electronic toll roads including CityLink and EastLink. SIXT manages toll charges through a partner service for your convenience.
Parking
CBD parking is metered and time-limited. Read signs carefully — clearway zones apply during peak hours and vehicles will be towed.
With these and other tips, driving in Melbourne will be fun and easy.
Use the SIXT App for mobile check-in, digital contract signing, and to manage your booking on the go.
Explore Melbourne and beyond by rental car
A rental car in Melbourne puts some of Australia's most iconic experiences within reach:
- Great Ocean Road — approximately 200 km southwest, 2.5 hours. One of the world's most scenic coastal drives, home to the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and lush rainforest.
- Yarra Valley — approximately 75 km east, 1 hour. Victoria's premier wine region, with over 80 cellar doors, local produce, and hot air balloon rides at sunrise.
- Phillip Island — approximately 140 km southeast, 2 hours. Famous for the nightly Penguin Parade, plus wildlife parks, motorsport, and coastal scenery.
- Mornington Peninsula — approximately 75 km south, 1 hour. A food-and-wine destination with natural hot springs, clifftop walks, and beachside villages.
- Dandenong Ranges — approximately 50 km east, 1 hour. Lush mountain forests with the historic Puffing Billy steam railway, walking trails, and charming hilltop towns.
Book your Melbourne car rental with SIXT and start exploring Australia at your own pace!
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Good to know when renting in Melbourne
It is possible to book a one-way car rental in Melbourne with prior approval. A fee may apply.
All drivers will need a valid driver’s license. If your license is in a language other than English you will need either a certified translation or an international driving permit.
The minimum age for SIXT rental in Australia is 21, with some vehicle types requiring renters to be 25 or older. A surcharge applies to drivers under 25.
