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Cairns truck hire
Cairns Truck Hire

Hire a truck in Cairns

From tropical North Queensland to Perth, wherever you’re headed and whatever you’re moving, we have truck rental options to suit you. From moving house trucks to trucks for special events or helping out a mate, see how our team at SIXT truck hire in Cairns can help. 

24/7 roadside assistance comes standard with all SIXT rentals, and our Cairns SIXT location offers 24-hour returns, so you can get the job done in your own time. And when you’re working up a sweat – which is unavoidable in steamy Cairns – you’ll be glad to know that all our truck cabins are air conditioned. 

SIXT truck rental in Cairns offers

Friendly and helpful staff

A wide range of commercial vehicles including trucks, tip trucks, vans, utes, 4WDs and buses

Exceptional value on rentals

Where to find Cairns truck rental

We’re conveniently and centrally located on the corner of Sheridan and Aplin Streets, parallel to the intersection of the Bruce and Captain Cook Highways, so you can’t miss us. We’re a short 5-minute drive from the airport. 

Other nearby SIXT Queensland locations  include SIXT Cairns Airport, SIXT Port Douglas and SIXT Townsville.

Things to know about truck hire

Our trucks are easy to operate and require a valid Class C driver licence to hire. All hirers and drivers must be aged 21 years or over. 

It’s important to check where you’ll be travelling to ensure that our truck hire options meet the clearance and weight restrictions, as many of our vehicles differ. Simply call our friendly team to find out the dimensions of the truck you’ve hired.

At SIXT, we know that things don’t always go to plan. That’s why we offer flexible booking and cancellation terms on all our car and truck hire options.

Other rental options in Cairns

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What types of SIXT trucks are available?

We have a few different truck rental options available in Cairns. View our range of trucks. You can also check out other commercial vehicle options including vans, utes and buses

How much does it cost to hire a truck in Cairns?

We pride ourselves on our affordable truck hire pricing. Cost will vary depending on the date and pick-up and drop off locations. To see prices on available truck rentals, enter your location and dates on our website.

How old do I need to be to hire a truck?

You need to be aged at least 21 years old at the commencement of the rental. Any renters aged 21 to 24 inclusive (whether the main or additional driver) incur an age surcharge per day, and can access our standard range of vehicles. Ultimate Protection (UP) is not available to drivers in this age group.

Does SIXT offer one way truck rentals?

SIXT operates a national network in order to allow flexible travelling, however the rates for one-way rentals can vary between locations, as there is often a One-Way Fee.

Simply select the location and vehicle you wish to book at sixt.com.au to see if one-way rentals are available between your preferred locations, or call our contact centre on 13 SIXT (+61 2 8337 2700) to check for participating locations for your preferred route and request a quote.

What licence do I need to hire a truck?

SIXT recognises all current non-provisional and non-probationary Australian driver licences and current overseas licences.

Accepted driver licences must be in English with photo and produced at the commencement of the rental, and must not be expired. Should the valid driver's licence be in another language or have no photo SIXT will accept a certified translation in English or an International driver's permit.

Should the licence not have a photo, an International Driving Permit must accompany it.

  • Any vehicle that holds more than 12 people requires an LR licence
  • Any vehicle larger than a 3 tonne truck requires an MR licence
  • Any vehicle that holds more than 21 people requires an MR licence
  • Any vehicle that is a 8 tonne truck or larger requires a HR licence

Where can I find out more about SIXT truck rentals?

We’re here to answer any questions you may have about renting affordable moving trucks in Cairns. From booking to insurance and payments, see our full list of frequently asked questions

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