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Economy CarSuzuki Swift or similarfor 24 May - 27 Mayfrom $35/day
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Economy CarToyota Yaris or similarfor 24 May - 29 Mayfrom $39/day
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Economy CarMG Core 3 or similarfor 22 May - 25 Mayfrom $40/day
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SpecialMystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similarfor 24 May - 29 Mayfrom $57/day
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Compact CarSuzuki Swift or similarfor 22 May - 25 Mayfrom $61/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 21, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 21 May, 2026
A suburb of many parks in Melbourne’s north, Essendon is located eight kilometres from the city’s central business district.
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Date: 15 May 2026
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Nearby Essendon
| Book At | Miles/km |
|---|---|
| Footscray | 5/7 |
| Melbourne | 5/8 |
| Preston | 5/9 |
| Melbourne - Southbank | 6/10 |
| Melbourne Airport | 7/10 |
| Richmond | 7/11 |
| Balwyn | 8/13 |
| South Yarra | 8/13 |
| Blackburn | 14/23 |
| Hoppers Crossing | 15/23 |
| *Distance is calculated aerial. Actual will be different. | |
Essendon car rental FAQs
Find quick answers to the most common questions about car hire in Essendon.
How much is car rental in Essendon per day?
Daily rental rates for cars in Essendon start from around AUD $35 for a basic model like an Economy Car, with Premium SUV reaching up to AUD $292 per day. Prices fluctuate based on availability, season, and vehicle type, so enter your dates into our search tool to get a live quote.
How much does a Compact Car hire cost in Essendon?
Want a Compact Car in Essendon? Check out rates from AUD $40/day.
How much does a Standard Car hire cost in Essendon?
Hire a Standard Car in Essendon from AUD $45/day.
How much does an Intermediate Car hire cost in Essendon?
Land an Intermediate Car in Essendon with rates from AUD $38/day.
How much does an Electric Car hire cost in Essendon?
Looking for an Electric Car in Essendon? Rates start at AUD $101/day to AUD $190/day.
How much does a Luxury Car hire cost in Essendon?
Browse Luxury cars in Essendon with prices from AUD $161/day.
How much does an SUV hire cost in Essendon?
Book an SUV in Essendon from AUD $36/day to AUD $292/day.
How much does a People Mover cost in Essendon?
Grab a People Mover in Essendon from only AUD $149/day.
What is the cheapest rental car in Essendon?
The cheapest rental car in Essendon is an Economy Car which costs AUD $35 per day. Prices can vary daily, so it’s best to compare live rates to find the lowest price for your travel dates.
Which car rental companies service Essendon?
Essendon is serviced by trusted car rental companies, including Avis, Budget, Everything Fleet, Redspot and Sixt. You’ll find convenient pickup locations across town.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Essendon?
The cheapest car rental company at Essendon is Everything Fleet. Prices can vary daily, so it’s best to compare live rates to find the lowest price for your travel dates.
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