Rent a Car in Melbourne CBD

Cheaper Car Rentals’ Melbourne CBD branch is located at 118 Franklin Street, close to central-city destinations including Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. Before pickup, keep your booking details handy and check the instructions that apply to your reservation.

Our location offers convenient public-transport access from Melbourne Central Station and nearby tram services along Elizabeth Street.

• Start from central Melbourne: CBD pickup suits visitors already staying in the city, locals who need temporary transport, and business travellers who do not need a vehicle immediately after landing.
• Choose a vehicle for your itinerary: Browse available passenger and other vehicle categories based on your dates, group, luggage, and trip plans.
• Use the car when you need it: A CBD pickup is ideal if you plan to explore central Melbourne first and begin driving later in your stay.
• Get local assistance: If you need help with your booking or pickup details, contact the Melbourne CBD branch team directly.

Your best option depends on your travel dates, number of passengers, luggage, destination, and what is available from your selected pickup location. Use the category links below as decision support rather than a guarantee of a specific make or model.

Vehicle categories and specific models vary by location, dates, and availability. Do not guarantee a model or claim every category is available from the CBD branch.

1. Start your reservation online and select Melbourne CBD as your pickup location.
2. Choose your dates and review the vehicle options available for your booking.
3. Keep your booking confirmation handy and collect your vehicle from 118 Franklin Street using the instructions provided with your reservation.
4. Return the vehicle at the agreed time and location according to your booking terms and return instructions.

• Visitors staying in central Melbourne: Pick up a vehicle when you are ready to leave the city or begin a Victorian road trip.
• Business travellers: Use CBD pickup for meetings, site visits, or other travel where a rental vehicle suits your schedule.
• Melbourne locals: A short rental can provide temporary transport for errands, appointments, family visits, or other day-to-day needs.
• Longer temporary transport: If you need a vehicle for an extended period, review our dedicated Long-Term Car Rental page.

Melbourne CBD pickup can suit travellers who plan to spend time in central Melbourne before they need a car. Melbourne Airport pickup can suit travellers who want a vehicle soon after arrival or are continuing directly beyond the city. View our dedicated Melbourne Airport Car Rental page to book directly at the airport.

If you are unsure which option works best for your itinerary, read our guide on Melbourne CBD vs Airport Car Rentals to help you decide which pickup location best suits your trip.

A Melbourne CBD pickup can be a convenient starting point for city travel and regional trips. Popular trip ideas already referenced on the current page include the Great Ocean Road, Yarra Valley, St Kilda and the Mornington Peninsula.

If you are driving around Melbourne, remember that toll roads, parking rules and local road conditions can affect your route. Check our guide on Toll Roads in Melbourne: Things You Need to Know before heading out.