Setting out from the Gold Coast to Cairns? Travel north along Australia’s coast with a one-way campervan rental. Compare campervans and prices using our comparison tool.
Distance: Approximately 80 km (50 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour
Things to See:
Distance: Approximately 140 km (87 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 to 2 hours
Highlights:
Distance: Approximately 190 km (118 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 2.5 hours
Places of Interest:
Distance: Approximately 115 km (71 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours
Must-See Stops:
Distance: Approximately 290 km (180 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours
Attractions Along the Way:
Distance: Approximately 335 km (208 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 4 hours
Things to Experience:
Distance: Approximately 150 km (93 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours
Highlights:
Distance: Approximately 275 km (171 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours
Places of Interest:
Distance: Approximately 110 km (68 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours
Must-See Stops:
Distance: Approximately 120 km (75 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours
Things to See:
Distance: Approximately 40 km (25 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 40 minutes
Attractions:
Distance: Approximately 90 km (56 miles)
Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours
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If you’re Australian, you’ll need a valid class C (car) license to rent a campervan or motorhome on the Gold Coast. It needs to be a full license—Probationary, Learners (Ls), or Provisional (Ps) licences won’t cut it. International travellers must have an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) or an English translation of the equivalent car license from their home country. Sorry youngsters: you can’t rent a camper until you turn 21. Drivers under 25 must pay a young driver surcharge in addition to the standard rental rate.
This will often depend on whether you're arriving in Queensland via Gold Coast Airport or Brisbane Airport. If you have the flexibility to choose, there is a wider range of motorhome hire suppliers in Brisbane, and more choice can often mean lower prices.
No, most rental suppliers in Australia list Moreton Island as a restricted area. 4WD campervans are also included in this restriction and are not allowed on Moreton Island under any circumstances. Check with your rental supplier for any questions regarding restricted areas.
Yes, most companies allow travel to North Stradbroke, as the roads there are sealed bitumen.
You will need to take a ferry to get across; please note that organising this is the responsibility of the renter. Check with your rental supplier for any questions regarding restricted areas.
Yes, a large number of companies allow for one-way rentals. Our comparison tool will show you availability on your preferred route and automatically factor in any one-way fees charged by the supplier.
While the Gold Coast offers many attractions itself, including several theme parks, whale-watching tours, a string of beautiful beaches and lively Surfers Paradise, it’s also a great place to start a road trip exploring Australia’s East Coast.
Popular one-way campervan holiday routes include:
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.
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