Cambridge car hire

Driver's age: 25-65

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Cambridge car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Cambridge with confidence.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Cambridge?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cambridge is September at an average cost of R211/day. March is the most expensive month to hire a car in Cambridge when prices are R1 525/day on average, which tends to be 90% above the yearly average hire price for Cambridge.

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Most popular car type

Medium

Cambridge car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Cambridge 
Verified travelerJan 2024
Cars are new and drive well happy to deal with
GeorgeJun 2023
Easy to get out to the rest of the country. Be wary of animals on the road at night

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cambridge

  • Hire a car and collect it upon arrival in Cambridge, Tasmania, giving yourself the freedom to explore from the moment you arrive. As a suburb of Hobart, the capital, it will be easy enough to nip across the River Derwent on the Tasman Bridge and explore the city itself. Once you’ve done this, take your Cambridge car hire and pop out to the Frogmore Creek Winery, in Cambridge itself, or head to the coast and visit Seven Mile Beach Coastal Reserve.
  • There are several car hire companies operating out of Hobart International Airport (HBA), which is situated in Cambridge itself. The car hire desks are situated together in the arrivals area, and you have the choice of around seven companies, including SIXT, Europcar and Hertz, among others. Go to the desks when you arrive and you’ll be given the keys to your car hire in Cambridge; you’ll then be directed to the hire car parking, which is just to the left of the airport terminal building.
  • Driving in Cambridge and Tasmania in general is relatively stress free, as the roads are good and drivers tend to be courteous. Parts of Cambridge are mountainous, and while it is easy to drive on the main roads between cities, some of the mountain roads can be steep with dangerous corners, so you’ll need to exercise caution in these areas. Once you’ve collected your Cambridge car hire, do note that you will need to carry your driver’s licence with you and the wearing of seatbelts is mandatory.
  • Cambridge, in recent years, has become a popular commuter town for people who are working in Hobart, and so rush hour times will tend to be linked to commuting hours, with a peak at around 08:00 in the morning and a much lower peak between 16:00 and 17:00, tailing off after that. There may be delays on the main motorways, for example when getting onto the Tasman Highway (A3) to go into the centre of Hobart.
  • Medium hire cars in Cambridge are around 24% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Cambridge

  • How can I find car hires near me in Cambridge?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Cambridge?

    A Medium car hire in Cambridge costs R242 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Cambridge?

    Consider the places you’ll be driving to when you select your car hire in Cambridge. For driving along the main, tarred roads within Cambridge and other towns and cities nearby, you could opt for a more compact car or premium sedan, as these will be better to manoeuvre into parking spaces and will also be more economical. If you are heading into the mountains or driving in winter, it would be wise to look for a slightly stronger vehicle, like an SUV, as this will give you more confidence on winding mountain roads or unsealed gravel sections in some of the less-developed areas.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cambridge?

    The speed limit in the built-up areas of Cambridge is 50 kph unless there are signs that indicate otherwise. The maximum speed limit on highways is generally 100 kph, but in some places, this could increase to 110 kph. Sealed roads outside the town have a 100 kph limit, but if the road is unsealed, then the speed limit drops to 80 kph. When you are on the road in your car hire in Cambridge, look out for the speed limit signs and also for the speed cameras that exist on some of the main highways. Also be aware that around school areas and pedestrian crossings close to schools, the speed limits may drop to 40 kph at certain times of the day.

  • Where are the best places to park in Cambridge?

    Parking in Cambridge is fairly straightforward, and you can park on the street or in car parks within the vicinity. The parking is easily paid for using the EasyPark app, which can be used throughout Tasmania. While you can pay for parking using meters (by cash or debit/credit card) this can sometimes be tricky. 

Cambridge car rental reviews and directory

 

Europcar

8,5

Very Good

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.5

One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Hobart Airport

+61 3 6248 5849

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
Amazing car loved driving it

10,0 Wonderful

Peter, May 2024

Luxury SUV

KAYAK
Always a great experience with Europcar. I rent a variety of vehicles from time to time and they always work out great. Thanks you.

8,0 Very Good

George, Jun 2023

Mini

KAYAK
Very easy to pick up and drop off. Got deposit back within 2 days. Very affordable price. Only issue was a sticker on the rear windscreen was right in the middle of the glass blocking the best view from the rear view mirror. Not terrible but just annoying

1 out of 2

Apex

8,6

Very Good

One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Unit C3 66 Kennedy Drive

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Simba Car Hire

8,2

Very Good

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.4

One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

100 Holyman Avenue

+61 421 722 680

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Firefly

8,0

Very Good

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

8.0

One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Hobart Airport

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Sunnycars

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2 locations in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

22 Cherokee Drive

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Strachan Street

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Alice Car Rental

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One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

16 Cherokee Drive, Cambridge, Tasmania

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Evry Drive

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One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Strachan Street

+61 1300 963 313

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FlexWays

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One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Car Rental Hall Strachan Street, Hobart Airport

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LeisureRent

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One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

6/14 Kennedy Drive

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8 travellers who hired a car in Cambridge gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8,4

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