Car Hire Magnetic Island
Meteor Rentals | Townsville & Magnetic Island
Car Hire for Magnetic Island — Pick Up in Townsville
Planning to explore Magnetic Island by car? Pick up your hire car from our depot at 329–333 Ingham Road, Townsville — just a short 5-minute drive from the Magnetic Island ferry terminal at the CBD. To get your vehicle across, you’ll need to book with Magnetic Ferries (the dedicated car ferry) — vehicles must be booked in advance, so we recommend securing your crossing before your trip. Note: Sealink operates the passenger ferry only. Book your Magnetic Ferries crossing here.
Our Townsville depot is easy to find — we're on Ingham Road opposite Shell, just on the town side of the RAAF base entrance near the iconic 1950s Neptune bomber. We're also right next to Townsville Airport, with our property adjoining the airport reserve.
Driving on Magnetic Island: Travel to West Point is permitted in a 4x4. Please note that beach driving is not allowed anywhere on the island.
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Cars, Utes & SUV's for Hire in Townsville
Available Accessories:
Need a little extra? We also hire out baby seats and luggage trailers (perfectly suited for our 12-seat Toyota Commuter minibuses).
Pick-up & Drop-off Locations
Townsville
Including Magnetic Island
329 to 333 Ingham Road, Garbutt QLD 4814
Conveniently Located in Townsville
Quality reliable car hire, with free pick up and drop off from Townsville airport*! With over 45 years of trusted service & experience & the largest privately owned rental fleet operating in Western & Northern Queensland we're here to assist you with your requirements! We are also a U-HAUL trailer hire agent in Townsville - Australia's long term, local, one-way interstate trailer rental specialist!
Townsville Location Contact Info
Local Phone: 1300 METEOR (1300 638 367 - take Option 1)
Address: 329 - 333 Ingham Road, Garbutt 4814
Hours of Operation
Monday - Saturday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Public Holidays: Closed (excluding Easter Saturday)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I take a hire car on the Magnetic Island ferry?
Yes. All our vehicles are allowed on Magnetic Island via Magnetic Ferries (the car ferry). Just book your car with us then head to magneticislandferries.com.au to book your crossing — vehicles must be booked in advance. Note: Sealink operates the passenger ferry only. Damage from underbody impact or water immersion is not covered and is the renter's responsibility.
What roads can I drive on Magnetic Island?
Cars and minivans must stick to sealed roads except for official roadworks. 4x2 utes, trucks and vans are okay on well-graded unsealed roads. 4x4s can be used off-road excluding beaches. No beach driving is allowed.
Where do I pick up my hire car for Magnetic Island?
Pick up from our Townsville depot at 329-333 Ingham Road, Garbutt, just a 5-minute drive from the Magnetic Island ferry terminal at the CBD. Free airport pickup is available on weekdays.