Hiring a campervan in Victoria (nearly always picking up from Melbourne) is usually pretty close to the national average – but it can be cheaper in winter and spicier in summer thanks to demand around Melbourne and the Great Ocean Road.
As a rough guide for Melbourne/VIC daily hire rates (AUD):
- Budget 2-berth campers (no toilet/shower): roughly $80-$185 per day (and you’ll occasionally see cheaper “from” pricing on the super budget end).
- 2-4 berth with toilet/shower (more “motorhome” vibes): commonly $160-$300 per day.
- Peak dates + last-minute bookings: can jump hard – we’ve seen $500-$1,000+ per day on certain toilet/shower models when availability gets tight.
Why VIC can feel a bit different vs the Aussie-wide average:
- Winter (roughly May-September) is often cheaper out of Melbourne because demand drops off (it’s cooler down there), so you can snag better value if you’re not chasing beach weather.
- Summer (October-April), school hols and big Melbourne dates push prices up, and the “good” vans get snapped up early.
- Optional cover can add to your daily spend (worth budgeting for if you hate big bonds), with some providers’ upgrade packs sitting around $30-$45 per day depending on vehicle.
If you want the bigger picture on what affects pricing Australia-wide (seasonality, vehicle size, length of hire, insurance), our full breakdown on campervan hire costs is here.
