Mornington Peninsula Car Hire: Melbourne, Frankston and Avalon
Quick summary: Car hire is the easiest way to explore the Mornington Peninsula’s beaches, wineries and hot springs, which are spread out and poorly served by public transport. Melbourne Airport has car hire desks in its terminals, Frankston offers a pickup at the gateway to the peninsula, and Avalon Airport suits travellers arriving from the west. On winery days, consider a tour so nobody has to drive.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport | Desks in the terminals |
| Peninsula gateway | Frankston |
| West of the bay | Avalon Airport |
| Minimum age | Generally 21 |
| Driving side | Left |
| Tours | Wine tours |
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Where can you hire a car for the Mornington Peninsula?
| Pickup | Guide |
|---|---|
| Melbourne Airport | Melbourne Airport car hire |
| Frankston | Frankston car hire |
| Avalon Airport | Avalon Airport and the ferry |
What do you need?
A full driver’s licence, plus an International Driving Permit if it isn’t in English. Drivers under 25 or over 65 may pay a surcharge on some cars.
Should you drive or take tours?
See driving on the Mornington Peninsula and car hire or tours?
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s the easiest way to explore.
In Frankston, the gateway to the peninsula.
Generally 21.
Yes, if you plan to taste wine.