Car Hire for Lady Musgrave Island: Bundaberg, Gladstone and 1770

Quick summary: Car hire is the easiest way to reach Lady Musgrave Island tour departures. Bundaberg Airport, around 6 km from the city, and Gladstone Airport, around 5 km from the city, both have rental desks in the terminal. From either, it’s a drive to Agnes Water and the Town of 1770, the main departure point for Lady Musgrave Island tours, while some tours also leave from Bundaberg. Hervey Bay and Rockhampton airports are alternative pickups.

At a glance
Bundaberg AirportDesks in the terminal
Gladstone AirportDesks in the arrivals lounge
Main tour departureTown of 1770
Other departuresBundaberg, by operator
AlternativesHervey Bay and Rockhampton airports
ToursLady Musgrave Island tours

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Where can you hire a car for Lady Musgrave Island?

PickupGuide
Bundaberg Airport and cityBundaberg car hire
Gladstone AirportGladstone car hire
Driving to the departure pointAgnes Water and 1770

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What do you need to hire a car?

A full, valid driver’s licence and a credit card. Drivers under 25 or over 65 may pay a surcharge on some cars, so read the terms of your chosen vehicle.

Should you hire a car or take tours?

A car gives flexibility around Bundaberg and 1770, while some tours include transfers. See car hire or tours? and driving in Queensland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport is closest to Lady Musgrave Island?

Bundaberg and Gladstone airports both suit trips to the departure points.

Are car hire desks inside Bundaberg Airport?

Yes, in the terminal.

Can you hire a car at Gladstone Airport?

Yes, desks are in the arrivals lounge.

Do you need a car to reach Lady Musgrave Island tours?

A car is the easiest way to reach the departure points.