1300 Meteor for Car, 4WD & Truck Hire on Magnetic Island!
Explore Magnetic Island, just 8km off the coast from Townsville, with 1300 Meteor Rentals. Whether you’re after a car, 4WD, minibus, luggage trailer or even a moving truck, we’ve got plenty of options. Maggie (as the locals call it) is packed with great beaches, bushwalks, and historic spots, perfect for a day trip or a longer stay.
Free Airport Collection
Flying into Townsville? Enjoy free airport pickup and drop-off during business hours.
Getting to Magnetic Island
You’ll pick up and return your vehicle at our Townsville depot, just around the corner from Townsville Airport and about 10 minutes from the Magnetic Island ferry terminal.
All our vehicles can be taken to Magnetic Island (*conditions apply, see below). Just book your car, ute, truck, or minivan with 1300 Meteor Rentals and then book your ferry trip at www.MagneticIslandFerries.com.au.
If you’re taking a bigger vehicle, like a moving truck or a people mover that seats more than 5 people, you’ll need to contact Magnetic Island Ferries directly on (07) 4796 9300 or hello@magneticislandferries.com.au to book.
Ferry vehicle limits:
Vehicles up to 5.5m long can weigh up to 2.5 tonnes
Vehicles 5.6 to 6m long can weigh up to 3 tonnes
If your vehicle is heavier, it will be charged as a campervan or truck, which must be booked through our office and can’t be booked online. Ferry fees cover up to five passengers legally seated in the vehicle. Everyone must stay in the vehicle while loading and unloading.
Please note: beach driving is not allowed.
Unsealed Road Usage
Cars and minivans must stay on sealed roads only (except for short detours due to official roadworks). We do have 4x4 vehicles allowed off-road, and our standard damage cover applies for this use.
Beach driving is not allowed.
Cars are for sealed bitumen roads only.
4x2 utes, vans, and trucks can use well-maintained unsealed roads.
4x4s are allowed off-road but not on beaches.
Keep in mind any underbody or water damage is your responsibility.
Click on any vehicle image on our site for full details and video clips!
2.0 TONNE SHORT 4x2 Standard Cab Dropside AUTOMATIC
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