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Car rental companies in St Kilda

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  • Europcar

    8.6 (8795)
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  • Hertz

    9.2 (7510)
    No rates available
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.8 (3872)
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St Kilda Guide

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Home to some of Melbourne’s liveliest streets, its prettiest beach and its best amusement park, St Kilda is a rising star among this city’s many diverse neighbourhoods. It wasn’t too long ago that Fitzroy Street, the main strip for trendy dining, shopping and nightlife, was a seedy downtrodden corner of Melbourne that most residents avoided. Today, thanks largely to St Kilda Beach, this area is back on top and is particularly popular with young professionals. With a car rental, it’s a breeze to move between St Kilda and the rest of Melbourne or zip out into the countryside for fun day away from the concrete and congestion.

Who to Book With
Visitors who need to rent a car in St Kilda will find a mix of local outfits like Access and well-known international chains such as Europcar. There are even more options directly at Melbourne’s airport for arriving travellers, with car hire a popular choice considering the transport required to reach the city and St Kilda. Online advanced bookings are always a good idea in sunny Melbourne, especially during the busy summer season at St Kilda Beach.

Best Time to Go
The seasons are opposite ‘Down Under’, making November through March the most popular time to visit St Kilda Beach. Daytime highs hovers around 26ºC, creating ideal conditions for lounging on the sand. St Kilda is slightly cooler than other Australian cities in the winter from June to August but temperatures still hang around 14ºC. Rental rates on cars tend to jump during the major festivals at St Kilda so keep an eye out for early-bird deals at online booking sites.

Need to Know Essentials
To pick up a car hire, be prepared with these documents:

- An International Driving Permit or UK driving licence
- A valid piece of photo ID such as a passport
- The same credit card that was used for the online booking
- Printed rental confirmation

For more info read our FAQs.

Driving
Melbourne offers a few unique driving challenges for visitors, but nothing that should deter you from renting a car here. The biggest obstacle is the trams, which require that drivers behind them stop whenever they do. Making a turn in the city is also tricky because of the rules that vary by district. Drivers in St Kilda are adept, but weekend traffic around the beach gets pretty hectic. Add to this a lack of parking and most travellers reserve their cars for moving between districts or venturing out of town.

Our Guide to Australia contains more detailed driving information.

Transport

An integrated system of trams, trains and buses service Melbourne and its suburbs. Public Transport Victoria manages the whole show and generally gets high marks for its efficiency and cleanliness. Around St Kilda, the trams are the most useful form of public transport because they tend to run to major landmarks around Melbourne. The Myki fare system has several convenient ticket options for visitors. Prices are determined by two zones and St Kilda is in Zone 2 while downtown Melbourne is Zone 1.

There are two types of ticket with Myki: a two-hour ticket costs £2 for travel in Zone 1 or £1.50 for travel in Zone 2, while it costs £4 to travel between zones. A full-day ticket is £4.50 for Zone 1 travel, £3 for Zone 2 travel and £8 for travel in both zones. Taxis are also on hand for quick rides, while even a car can be useful here since Melbourne’s city centre is laid out on a logical grid pattern that is easy to navigate.

Trams
Melbourne boasts the world’s oldest tram network and it’s the star of this city’s public transportation scene. The city has several hundred of these non-polluting trams that cover over 200 miles of track. Yarra Trams are the ideal way to get around St Kilda and move between the suburb and downtown Melbourne, a trip that takes about 25 minutes and costs around £4. Trams 16 and 96 run along Fitzroy Street to St Kilda Beach from the city centre, with fares around £1.50 per trip.

Buses
Public Transport Victoria manages the bus system in Melbourne, which has several routes running through St Kilda. There are over 300 routes in total that operate from 06:00 to 21:00, Monday to Friday, and from 08:00 to 21:00 at weekends. There is also a free Tourist Shuttle that runs in a 1 hour, 30 minute loop around the city centre and stops at 13 major landmarks. While this shuttle doesn’t pass through St Kilda, the district can easily be reached via the tram.

Ferry
Williamstown Ferries runs regular boats between St Kilda and Williamstown, with onward service to Melbourne CBD and several important tourist sites along the city’s waterfront. These ferries depart from St Kilda Pier and are a great way to get downtown from St Kilda for about £5 each way.

Taxis
Melbourne’s city centre is flooded with yellow taxis but they are less common in the suburbs like St Kilda. All of the taxi companies in the city, like Silver Top, use meters, but fares must be paid upfront for any trip between 22:00 and 05:00. In St Kilda, it is easiest to phone for a pick up. At £40 for a cab ride between downtown Melbourne of St Kilda, the tram is usually a more appealing option.

Exploring

St Kilda makes a perfect jumping-off point for drives along the Port Phillip Bay coastal area southeast of Melbourne. To the east of the city the scene immediately switches from concrete to grass, with some spectacular nature parks like the Yarra Ranges and Mount Worth within easy driving distance of St Kilda. The Mornington Peninsula is another hot spot for day drives, with its mix of chic seaside towns and outdoor recreation.

Recommended Drives

Mornington Peninsula – The eastern side of Port Phillip Bay is called the Mornington Peninsula, a gorgeous slice of the planet with beaches, parks and cool little towns. Mornington is the main town here and Portsea is the most glitzy. There are wineries to inspect, farmers’ markets in most towns and plenty of beaches for an afternoon on the sand.

Phillip Island – This large island at the mouth of Western Port Bay is a great day drive from St Kilda, especially during the summer. A bridge connects the island to the mainland, which is just across the water from the Mornington Peninsula. From the penguins at Summerland Beach to seaside cafés in the main town of Cowes, there is more than a full day of fun on Phillip Island.

Yarra Valley – The wine grown in this lush rolling valley to the east of Melbourne is some of the best in the country. By driving along the easy Eastern Freeway and the Maroondah Highway, you can be tasting wine at a vineyard in an hour from St Kilda. Several charming towns, including Healesville, Warburton and Belgrave, provide ample reason to stop off for some lunch or shopping.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Australian dollar
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 - 130 km/h
  • Language
    English

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Keddy By Europcar