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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Whyalla
- Whyalla is the fourth largest city in South Australia, known for its shopping, beach life and landscapes with many natural attractions nearby, it is the gateway of the Eyre Peninsula. There are many benefits to driving your own vehicle in Whyalla, as it has limited public transport and many sites are a short drive from the city. To travel around and visit the local attractions, it’s best to use a car hire in Whyalla. With your Whyalla car hire, you can easily visit the foreshore and marina, the wetlands, mine tours and the Maritime Museum. A short drive out of Whyalla is the Flinders Ranges, great for a day trip when you have a car hire in Whyalla.
- You can find a car hire in Whyalla at the airport. At Whyalla Airport (WYA), there are many global companies to choose from, including Firefly, National, Thrifty, Enterprise, Hertz, Budget, Avis and Alamo. The car hire companies are located in the main terminal building. As it is a small airport, the cars are conveniently located within walking distance of the terminal building.
- During the summer, there are many tourists and families in Whyalla. During this time, it’s common for pedestrians to jaywalk. Be mindful, as some pedestrians step onto the road without much warning; this is also quite common during the year, due to Whyalla being a small, country town. There are also many cycling trails in Whyalla. When parking on the street, be mindful that cyclists ride in-between parked and driving cars. Keep an eye out when you leave the car that there aren’t any oncoming cyclists.
- Driving in Whyalla is generally easy and smooth without much traffic; however, in the summertime, traffic increases. When driving on outback country roads, it’s important to be aware of any weather changes. There may be some temporary road closures due to weather warnings. Always be prepared before driving in the outback.
- Book your car hire in Whyalla at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Supplier choice car hire in Whyalla are around 56% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Whyalla
What type of car is recommended for driving in Whyalla?
In Whyalla, you can drive to nearby places on outback country roads or along the beach. It would be wise to pick up a standard-sized, all-wheel-drive vehicle, such as a Toyota Corolla, Toyota Yaris or a Ford Fiesta. These standard all-wheel-drives are a great combination of urban and country, as you can easily park your car in the city while still accessing the outback countryside.
What’s the speed limit in Whyalla?
Roads in South Australia are well indicated with speed limit signs. If you do not see a sign, the default speed limit is 50 km/h; this is the designated speed for most urban areas. In these areas, however, you may see school zones. School zones in South Australia have a speed limit of 25 km/h. Unlike other states in Australia, this is a lower speed limit and stays constant at all times of the day. Along the freeways and highways, the speed limit varies from 100 km/h to 110 km/h.
Where are the best places to park in Whyalla?
Whyalla has a combination of regulated and unregulated parking. Regulated parking refers to Ticket Parking Zones, which are timed and cost a small charge per hour. These areas are usually around shopping districts and retail stores and are timed. Parking on the side streets is mostly unregulated, meaning you can park there for a long period without a time limit or charge. There is also combination parking with a time limit but no charge. These times vary from weekday to weekend. The parking in Whyalla’s main streets are a variety of 30min parking, 2h parking and all-day parking.
How much is the price of fuel in Whyalla?
The average price of fuel in Whyalla is R81,86 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R982 and R1 310, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Whyalla?
Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Whyalla.
How can I find car hires near me in Whyalla?
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How much does a Special car hire cost in Whyalla?
A Special car hire in Whyalla costs R700 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Whyalla?
A Compact car hire in Whyalla costs R1 347 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Whyalla?
A Standard car hire in Whyalla costs R1 711 per day, on average.
Whyalla car rental reviews and directory
Avis
10,0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Whyalla
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Terminal Building
+61 8 8645 9331
Via Whyalla Apo
+61 8 8641 1010
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10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2022
Thrifty
9,7
Wonderful
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One location in Whyalla
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Whyalla Airport
+61 8 8344 2210
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Hertz
9,0
Wonderful
No reviews available
2 locations in Whyalla
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5 Oborn St
+61 8 8644 7799
Barngarla Ave
+61 8 8644 7799
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Firefly
8,8
Very Good
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One location in Whyalla
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Budget
7,8
Good
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One location in Whyalla
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Terminal Building
+61 8 8645 5333
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Europcar
7,5
Good
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One location in Whyalla
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Terminal Building
+61 8 8150 3088
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keddy by Europcar
6,0
Okay
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One location in Whyalla
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Lincoln Highway, Mullaquana
+61 8 8150 3088
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Sunnycars
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