The 5 best van rentals in Sydney for a seamless move
As if moving house wasn’t complicated enough, you have to think about your transportation as well.
You might have a personal car…but is that enough? You have a lot of items to move, after all. On the other hand, a truck would be excessive, wouldn’t it?
A van is the middle ground that can solve your problems. Even better, you don’t need to buy one or borrow from a friend; you can rent high-quality vehicles from these van rentals in Sydney.
Check out our list of the best options below.
How much does van rental cost in Sydney?
Van rental in Sydney will cost you from $99 – $120 per day. Larger vehicles, additional tools and accessories for moving, and your desired hiring period will all increase pricing. Note that you might sometimes be paying for distance travelled in addition to time.
1. Budget Australia
Address: 653 Gardeners Rd, Mascot
Phone: 1300 362 848
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 9:00 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Budget Australia is a vehicle renting company that hires out cars, trucks, and vans to individuals and businesses. They operate in several locations all across Australia, including Sydney.
They have a dedicated app for making, viewing, and cancelling reservations.
For van rentals in particular, Budget Australia can lend you fully-enclosed, automatic transmission delivery vans. You’ll have a choice of either a small or large van, depending on your needs.
The vans have temperature-controlled interiors, which is useful for transporting sensitive items like food or flowers. You can also rent moving equipment and accessories to make things safer and more convenient: bubble wrap, trolleys, and even hydraulic lifters.
Customers have reported friendly staff and overall professional customer service from Budget Australia. The vehicle and interiors are generally of high quality, and the rental and return process is efficient.
A few customers complained about unclear communication and poorly-maintained vans, but these sentiments are uncommon.
My fave car rental location
“Consistently friendly staff, clean cars, and an easily accessible location. My fave car rental location in Sydney.”
– Carol Kelley, Google review
The service from this location is exceptional
“I rent vehicles a lot for business and pleasure but the service from this location is exceptional. Hats off in particular to Andrew who provided me with first class service from start to finish. A credit to your company.”
– Kevin Hall, Google review
2. Avis Car & Truck Rental
Address: Northpoint Tower, Ground Floor L7, Shop 2/100 Miller St, North Sydney
Phone: 136 333
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 9:00 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Avis Car & Truck Rental rents out small or large vehicles, including vans, for various purposes. They are suitable for home or business relocations, as well as deliveries, with rentals being available nationwide.
Several different van options are available, including larger vans (6.4m with separate cabs and cargo areas) for transporting large volumes or loads. A high-top van is also available, in case you need to transport very large, bulky, or unwieldy items — or if you just want the extra space.
If you need to transport a large group of people, you can take the 12-seater van option. This will give you plenty of interior space, legroom and headroom, and an adequate luggage space as well.
Customers can rent Avis vans on a flexible schedule, such as by the day or week. The staff members are well-trained and will happily assist you in every way possible.
While we like the range of van options available, we would have liked to see pricing on the website. You’ll need to make a reservation or call an Avis staff member if you want specific pricing details.
Very satisfied!
“Avis provided us with the best road trip ever. The North Sydney employee gave clear explanations/agreements. We were upgraded which allowed us to easily load all our luggage. This made touring the beautiful east coast a great success. We will definitely come back again!”
– Eric Dekkers, Google review
Easy to deal with and seamless
“Himanshu made Avis car rental so easy to deal with and seamless… I will be a return client -thank you Himanshu!!! Very fair operator, easygoing for all the amendments to our booking. Cares about customers’ needs which makes us trust in the company.”
– Lea Lee, Google review
3. Save Rent A Car and Truck
Address: Unit 2 & 3/82 Sunnyholt Rd, Blacktown
Phone: 1300 830 840
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 7:30 am – 1:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Save Rent-A-Car and Truck has more than 15 years of experience renting out vehicles, and promises good deals and low costs. They operate all around Western Sydney, the Central Coast, and elsewhere.
The business purchased the majority of its fleet in 2020 or later, so the vehicles are all in good shape and often still smell new. If you need vans, there are 8- to 12-seater vehicles available, as well as commercial moving vans including those with high roofs.
You can even rent a box trailer that attaches to your vehicle, in case you need a little more cargo capacity.
We were glad to see pricing estimates per vehicle on the website, even before we made any bookings, as not every rental business is this upfront about their pricing. To add to this, we discovered no hidden costs.
Loyalty discounts are available for long-term customers, as well as special packages and deals for business clients. The online reservation forms are detailed but intuitive, and easy to fill out.
A few users complained about bad customer service and lack of clarity on details, but the vast majority of customers were happy with the company.
I’m beyond impressed!
“The warm and welcoming customer service, combined with the seamless booking and rebooking process, made everything so easy. Booking, pickup, and drop-off were a breeze. Plus, this was the only place around with a 12-seater, and the van I got was an absolute beaut – spacious with a great interior!”
– Chintan Patel, Google review
I highly recommend this company
“The staff were very friendly and accommodating to my needs. Everything was explained, so I knew exactly what to expect. They explained the fees, emergency contacts, fuel, tolls, etc. The van I hired was very clean, easy, and comfortable to drive. I will definitely be using their services again.”
– Chris Salama, Google review
4. Go With The Gecko
Address: 135 Baxter Rd, Mascot
Phone: 1300826883
Business hours: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm (Every day)
Go With The Gecko offers many vehicles and rental plans, and has set up in many service stations and hire pods across Australia.
You can rent a basic 1-tonne van for your moving needs, but 1.5 and 2-tonne vans are available as well. The vans have automatic transmission, plus tow bars and large cargo areas, which can be driven on a standard car license.
Time frames are flexible: you can rent for as short as 2 hours.
We did note that the rental plans have a few limitations. For example, the basic package comes with a 100-kilometre distance limit.
We contacted a Gecko staff member on the phone to inquire about renting some vans. She walked us through the options, and promised that if we could find an identical rental van from another company for a similar price, she would get us a better deal at Gecko.
Unfortunately, some users complained of rude customer service and overcharging. However, the vast majority of business reviews gave Gecko 5 stars.
I will never use anywhere else
“Extremely easy to book a vehicle online. The vehicle I selected was unavailable at my selected location so they gave me the option for the same vehicle at a different location for a discounted price. Customer service is amazing and hire prices are extremely affordable.”
– Niamh O’Brien, Google review
Highly recommend their services and vehicles
“Booking was simple, pick up and drop off was easier than expected, and the vehicle was perfect for requirements. Almost brand new, only 13000kms and nice to drive.”
– Adam Meads, Google review
5. Easy Van Rental Sydney
Address: Station St, Naremburn
Phone: 0431443351
Business hours:
- Monday – Friday: 6:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Saturday and Sunday: closed
Easy Van Rental’s fleet are diesel-fueled and use automatic transmission. All vans are fully insured and regularly maintained.
Take note that, unlike other businesses in our list, only long-term van rentals are available with Easy Van Rental Sydney — the minimum hire period is 28 days. You’ll also need to pay a $500 bond, and then regular payments every 1 or 2 weeks.
During the hire period, if necessary, the company will send out a mobile mechanic to perform basic maintenance on the vehicle you’ve rented. 24-hour assistance is also available in case you run into trouble on the road.
To hire a van, simply visit the Easy Van Rental Sydney website and fill in a Zoho form. Or, send the team an email.
The booking process is smooth, and the customer service is highly attentive.
Customers report the rented vans as being clean and in good working order. Unfortunately, the business is only open on weekdays.
I couldn’t be happier with the service!
“The booking process was smooth and straightforward. On the day of the rental, the van was ready on time and in excellent condition. It was clean, well-maintained, and equipped with everything I needed for a hassle-free move.”
– Rachael Cook, Google review
Had a great experience
“The team was super responsive and made the whole process a breeze. The van was clean and ready on time, making my move so much easier.”
– Ajith MT, Google review