Campervan Hire Prices in Brisbane (AUD)
Prices vary by vehicle size, season and operator.
| Vehicle type | Off-peak / shoulder | Peak (Dec-Feb, Easter) |
|---|---|---|
| 2-berth campervan | AUD 75-160/day | AUD 150-260/day |
| 4-berth campervan | AUD 130-240/day | AUD 240-380/day |
| 6-berth motorhome | AUD 220-350/day | AUD 350-550/day |
| 4WD campervan | AUD 180-300/day | AUD 280-450/day |
These are indicative ranges. Use the search widget on this page for live pricing across operators for your specific dates. Most operators include unlimited kilometres as standard, confirm this at booking. Peak season (December to February, plus Easter and Queensland school holidays) sits at the top of each range, while shoulder season (April to May and August to October) offers the best combination of comfortable weather and lower prices.
Budget for costs beyond the daily rate: excess reduction or insurance upgrades, additional driver fees, one-way rental fees if you’re not returning to Brisbane, fuel, national park entry or vehicle permit fees (particularly for K’gari’s beach driving), and caravan park sites, typically AUD 40 to 80 a night for a powered site.
Most Popular Brisbane Campervan Routes
| Route | Distance | Recommended duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane to Gold Coast | About 80 km south | 3-5 days | Surfers Paradise, theme parks, Burleigh Heads |
| Brisbane to Sunshine Coast and Noosa | About 100-140 km north | 4-6 days | Glass House Mountains, Noosa National Park |
| Brisbane to K’gari (Fraser Island) via Hervey Bay | About 300 km north to Rainbow Beach or Hervey Bay, then barge | 4-7 days | 4WD required on the island; barge or ferry crossing needed |
| Brisbane to the Granite Belt (Stanthorpe) | About 225 km south-west | 3-5 days | Queensland’s wine region, cooler inland climate |
| Brisbane to Outback Queensland (Matilda Highway) | 700 km-plus west to Longreach or Winton | 10-14 days | Dinosaur trails, outback towns, long distances between fuel stops |
| Brisbane to Byron Bay | About 170 km south | 3-5 days | Crosses into northern NSW, lighthouse and surf beaches |
| Brisbane to Cairns (full East Coast) | About 1,700 km north | 3-4 weeks | Whitsundays, Townsville, Great Barrier Reef |
Gold Coast. A short run south via the Pacific Motorway to Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads and the Gold Coast theme parks, an easy 3 to 5-day trip for travellers with limited time.
Sunshine Coast and Noosa. North via the Bruce Highway, taking in the Glass House Mountains and finishing at Noosa National Park, known for coastal walking trails and koalas along the Tanglewood Walk.
K’gari (Fraser Island). The world’s largest sand island, reached via Hervey Bay or Rainbow Beach and a barge crossing. A 4WD campervan is required for the island’s sand tracks, and K’gari, Great Sandy National Park has detailed permit and camping information before you go.
The Granite Belt. South-west of Brisbane around Stanthorpe, Queensland’s main wine region and one of the state’s few areas to see a proper cool-climate autumn and occasional winter frost, a good add-on for travellers wanting something other than beach and rainforest.
Outback Queensland. The Matilda Highway west toward Longreach and Winton covers dinosaur fossil trails and classic outback towns, a serious multi-week undertaking with long distances between fuel and services, best suited to a well-equipped 4-berth or larger vehicle.
Byron Bay. A short trip south across the NSW border, easily combined with a Gold Coast leg for a longer coastal loop.
Cairns (full East Coast run). The classic long-haul Australian campervan trip north via the Bruce Highway through the Whitsundays and Townsville to Cairns, the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Most travellers allow three to four weeks and use a one-way rental to avoid backtracking the full distance.
What's Included with Brisbane Campervan Hire
Standard inclusions across most operators cover unlimited kilometres (confirm at booking for interstate one-way trips), vehicle insurance with a standard excess, 24-hour roadside assistance, linen, bedding and towels, kitchen equipment (cutlery, cooking utensils, basic crockery), a fresh water tank, grey water tank and gas bottle, and an awning on most 4-berth and larger vehicles.
Common optional extras include excess reduction or premium insurance, camping chairs and a picnic table, child or baby seats, bike racks, GPS or mobile Wi-Fi, and snorkelling gear if your route extends north toward the reef.
Driving a Campervan in and Around Brisbane
Brisbane’s toll roads, the Gateway Motorway, Logan Motorway, AirportlinkM7, Clem7, Legacy Way and the Go Between Bridge, are all electronically tolled through Linkt, with no toll booths, so set up an account or pass online before driving. The Gateway Motorway is the key route for most campervan trips, connecting the Nudgee Road depot area directly to both the Pacific Motorway south toward the Gold Coast and the Bruce Highway north toward the Sunshine Coast, bypassing the CBD entirely.
A standard driver’s licence from your home country is sufficient to drive in Australia. If your licence isn’t in English, bring an International Driving Permit alongside your original licence. Most operators require drivers to be at least 21, though some accept drivers from 18 with a valid licence. If K’gari or another 4WD beach route is part of your plan, confirm your vehicle’s off-road capability and any route restrictions with your operator before booking, since not every 4WD camper is cleared for beach or island driving.
Campgrounds Near Brisbane
BIG4 Holiday Parks and G’day Parks both operate sites across greater Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, with powered sites, camp kitchens and laundry facilities typical of a holiday park stay. Queensland’s national park camping network covers everything from Glass House Mountains and Noosa to K’gari, though popular sites, particularly on K’gari, need booking well ahead through the Queensland National Parks Booking Service. For free and low-cost camping further along your route, WikiCamps Australia and CamperMate list verified sites with user reviews and facilities information.
When to Hire a Campervan in Brisbane
South East Queensland has a subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild, dry winters, and timing shifts depending on how far north your route extends.
Summer (December to February) is hot and humid in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, with a wet season further north that makes this a poor time for K’gari’s beach tracks or an Outback Queensland trip. It’s also peak season for South East Queensland’s beaches, so book well ahead.
Autumn (March to May) offers warm days and lower humidity, a strong window for the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Noosa with thinner crowds than summer.
Winter (June to August) is Brisbane’s dry season, mild and sunny, the best time for K’gari, Outback Queensland and any route heading further north where the wet season would otherwise cause problems.
Spring (September to November) brings warming temperatures and comfortable conditions across the region, a good window for most South East Queensland routes before the summer humidity sets in.
The best overall window for Brisbane campervan hire is April-May or August-October, balancing comfortable weather with lower prices and, for northern routes, dry-season road conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the closest campervan depot to Brisbane Airport?
JUCY, Star RV and Spaceships all sit in Eagle Farm, about 5 to 6 km and 10 to 15 minutes from the terminal. Britz, Apollo and Maui share a depot in Northgate, about 6 to 7 km and 15 minutes away. Most operators offer a shuttle or short transfer; confirm this at booking.
How much does campervan hire cost in Brisbane?
Indicative rates in AUD: 2-berth campervans from about AUD 75 to 260 a day depending on season, 4-berth campervans from AUD 130 to 380, and 6-berth motorhomes from AUD 220 to 550. 4WD campervans run from about AUD 180 to 450 a day.
Which campervan companies operate out of Brisbane?
Event Campers compares Britz, Apollo, Maui, JUCY, Star RV, Spaceships, Travellers Autobarn, Go Cheap and Auto Sleepers across their Brisbane depots. Use the search widget above for live availability.
Can I do a one-way campervan hire from Brisbane?
Yes. One-way hire to Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and other cities is widely available with most major operators, with fees that vary by route, season and vehicle, confirmed at booking.
Do I need a 4WD campervan for K'gari (Fraser Island)?
Yes. K’gari’s beach and inland tracks require a genuine 4WD, and not every 4WD camper is cleared by its operator for island or beach driving, so confirm this specifically before booking rather than assuming any 4WD will do.
How long does it take to drive from Brisbane to Cairns?
The full East Coast run is roughly 1,700 km. Most travellers allow three to four weeks to properly take in the Whitsundays, Townsville and the reef along the way rather than driving it in one long push.
Do I need a 4WD campervan for the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast?
No. Both routes run on fully sealed highways and suit any standard 2WD campervan. A 4WD only becomes necessary for K’gari, the Gibb River Road-style outback tracks, or genuinely remote Queensland routes.
What's the cheapest way to hire a campervan in Brisbane?
Booking in shoulder season (April-May or August-October), choosing a budget operator like Go Cheap, and booking well ahead of your travel dates typically gets the lowest rates.
Do I need a toll pass for a campervan hire in Brisbane?
Yes, if your route uses the Gateway Motorway, Logan Motorway, AirportlinkM7, Clem7 or Legacy Way. These are electronically tolled with no toll booths, so set up a Linkt account or pass before driving to avoid a toll invoice with added admin fees later.
What's the best time of year to hire a campervan in Brisbane?
April to May and August to October offer the best combination of comfortable weather, lower prices and, for northern routes toward K’gari or the outback, dry-season road conditions. Summer is hot, humid and the wet season further north can close roads.
Book Your Brisbane Campervan Hire
Whether you’re planning a Gold Coast weekend, a Sunshine Coast and Noosa loop, a K’gari 4WD adventure, an Outback Queensland expedition, or the full East Coast run to Cairns, Event Campers compares Britz, Apollo, Maui, JUCY, Star RV, Spaceships, Travellers Autobarn, Go Cheap and Auto Sleepers across their Brisbane depots.
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