Bundaberg Car Hire: Airport and City Pickups
Quick summary: Bundaberg, known locally as “Bundy,” is the southern gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and a base for reef and island tours. Bundaberg Airport, also called Bundaberg Regional Airport, is around 6 km southwest of the city centre, with car hire desks in the terminal and a drive of about 10 minutes into town. Parking in Bundaberg is easy, and a hire car lets you reach Mon Repos, the coast and the Town of 1770 further north.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Airport | Bundaberg Regional |
| Desks | In the terminal |
| To the city centre | Around 6 km, about 10 minutes |
| From Brisbane | Around four hours’ drive |
| Parking | Plentiful near the centre |
| Tours | Bundaberg tours |
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How do you drive from the airport into Bundaberg?
Turn left onto Airport Drive, then right onto Takalvan Street, which joins Bourbong Street through the centre. Allow extra time at busy periods.
What can you see around Bundaberg by car?
Mon Repos Conservation Park, home to one of Australia’s largest sea turtle nesting populations, plus the botanic gardens, sugar history museums and the coast. See Bundaberg tours.
How far is the Town of 1770?
North along the coast. See Agnes Water and 1770.
Do Lady Musgrave Island tours leave from Bundaberg?
Some operators depart from Bundaberg, others from the Town of 1770. Check your tour’s departure point before you book a car. See Lady Musgrave Island tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Around 6 km, about 10 minutes’ drive.
Yes, with plenty of spaces near the centre.
Around four hours’ drive.
In the terminal.