Bunbury car rentals

The best type of car to drive in Bunbury will depend on how you intend to use it. A 4WD will give you the best chance to drive in varying weather conditions and make day trips into more rural areas easier. However, if you’re staying within Bunbury, any type of car that fits your usual driving preference should serve you well, especially if you don’t intend on driving in harsh weather conditions.

The default speed in WA is 50 km/h when driving on roads where no other speed signs are displayed; this is the speed limit you must follow. Generally speaking, areas with lots of pedestrians will carry speed limits of 40 km/h. In school zones, this may vary depending on the time of day. The default limit on freeways is 100 km/h; however, some freeways near Bunbury, such as Bussel and Forrest Highways, have stretches where that limit is reduced to 80 km/h.

Parking is generally very affordable and easy when using car hire in Bunbury. Some areas will have visitor/shopper car parks that allow 3h free parking with one recharge, and all other areas allow 2h free parking. Be sure to get a ticket and display it clearly even for free parking. Additional hours can be purchased in free 2h zones, either 1h or 2h extra, depending on the signage. Be sure to check the sign closest to where you’re parked. Be aware the ticket machines do not give change.

The average gas price in Bunbury is ₪14.25 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₪171 and ₪228, depending on the car size.

Supplier choice (Class Special Van or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Bunbury.

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A Special car rental in Bunbury costs ₪342 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Bunbury costs ₪124 per day, on average.

A Full Size car rental in Bunbury costs ₪267 per day, on average.

If you’re not careful driving your hire car in Bunbury, you could easily get yourself into a knot. For example, the intersection of Spencer Street and Constitution Street in Bunbury is a poorly designed pedestrian facility that needs to be upgraded – it creates a point of conflict for vehicles. On your way to or out of Bunbury, the Crampton Avenue and Parade Road intersection and Hasties Road have proved to be dangerous due to the absence of turning opportunities and poor drainage.

While exploring the environs using cheap car hire in Bunbury, enjoy the scenic route through Collie to Donnybrook, about an hour away. You can also drive to Usher, less than 30min away, and enjoy a picnic at Mount Usher Gardens.