Frankston Car Hire: Gateway to the Mornington Peninsula
Quick summary: Frankston, at the northern edge of the Mornington Peninsula, is a practical place to collect a hire car if you’d rather not drive out of Melbourne. Take the train from the city to Frankston, pick up your car, and you’re at the start of the peninsula’s main roads. From there, the wineries of Red Hill and Main Ridge, the hot springs, the bay beaches and Point Nepean are all within reach.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Location | Northern edge of the peninsula |
| From Melbourne | Train to Frankston |
| Ahead | Wineries, beaches, hot springs |
| Southern tip | Point Nepean |
| Driving side | Left |
| Tours | Point Nepean tours |
Why hire in Frankston instead of Melbourne?
It avoids city traffic, tolls and trams. Take the train down, then drive only on peninsula roads.
Where can you drive from Frankston?
| Destination | Tours |
|---|---|
| Wineries | Wine tours, Montalto vineyard tours |
| Hot springs | Hot springs and wellness tours |
| Point Nepean | Point Nepean tours |
| History | History and heritage tours |
| Gardens | Gardens tours |
Should you book ahead?
Yes, especially for weekends and holidays, when demand is high.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you hire a car in Frankston?
Yes, it’s a practical gateway to the peninsula.
How do you get to Frankston from Melbourne?
By train from the city.
Why hire a car in Frankston rather than Melbourne?
It avoids city traffic, tolls and trams.
Is Point Nepean reachable by car from Frankston?
Yes, it’s at the peninsula’s southern tip.