Distance
About 410 km via the Albany Highway.
Perth → Albany one-way car rental
410 km, 4.5–5 h. Compare fees, routes and total price.
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One-way car rental from Perth → Albany
Inland through the wheatbelt to the historic port of Albany, whale watching (June to October) and the south coast.
Driving time
4.5–5 h without long breaks.
Minimum hire
Often 2 days or more.
Typical one-way fee
A$80–200, depending on supplier and season.
Indicative figures only. The final fee is shown before you pay.
Perth → Albany route planner
Two ways to drive it. Pick a route to see every stop with its distance from Perth, driving time, the leg that follows and a day plan.
Best for getting to Albany faster
Fastest / Albany Highway
Straight down the Albany Highway.
DistanceAbout 410 km
Driving timeAbout 4.5–5 h
Stops3 on the way
- A
Perth Pick-up
Leave via Armadale.
0 kmStartNext: Williams · 160 km · about 1 h 45 min - 1
Williams Fuel & coffee
Roadhouse stop.
160 kmAbout 1 h 45 minNext: Kojonup · 95 km · about 1 h - 2
Kojonup Meal stop
Lunch break.
255 kmAbout 2 h 50 minNext: Mount Barker · 105 km · about 1 h 15 min - 3
Mount Barker Sightseeing
Wine region and the Porongurups.
360 kmAbout 4 hNext: Albany · 50 km · about 30 min - B
Albany Drop-off
Return at the airport or in town.
410 kmAbout 4 h 30 min
Best for a 3–5 day road trip
South West coastal loop
Via Margaret River, the karri forests and Denmark.
DistanceAbout 700 km
Driving timeAbout 8 h, plus stops
Stops4 on the way
- A
Perth Pick-up
Head south on the Kwinana Freeway.
0 kmStartNext: Margaret River · 270 km · about 3 h - 1
Margaret River Overnight option
Wineries and caves.
270 kmAbout 3 hNext: Pemberton · 120 km · about 1 h 30 min - 2
Pemberton Sightseeing
Karri forest and the Gloucester Tree.
390 kmAbout 4 h 30 minNext: Walpole · 120 km · about 1 h 30 min - 3
Walpole Sightseeing
Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk.
510 kmAbout 6 hNext: Denmark · 65 km · about 45 min - 4
Denmark Overnight option
Greens Pool and Elephant Rocks.
575 kmAbout 6 h 45 minNext: Albany · 125 km · about 1 h 15 min - B
Albany Drop-off
Return at the airport or in town.
700 kmAbout 8 h
Approximate distances and times without long breaks. Driving times vary with traffic, roadworks and weather.
Perth → Albany route planner
Two ways to drive it. Pick a route to see every stop with its distance from Perth, driving time, the leg that follows and a day plan.
Best for getting to Albany faster
Fastest / Albany Highway
Straight down the Albany Highway.
DistanceAbout 410 km
Driving timeAbout 4.5–5 h
Stops3 on the way
- A
Perth Pick-up
Leave via Armadale.
0 kmStartNext: Williams · 160 km · about 1 h 45 min - 1
Williams Fuel & coffee
Roadhouse stop.
160 kmAbout 1 h 45 minNext: Kojonup · 95 km · about 1 h - 2
Kojonup Meal stop
Lunch break.
255 kmAbout 2 h 50 minNext: Mount Barker · 105 km · about 1 h 15 min - 3
Mount Barker Sightseeing
Wine region and the Porongurups.
360 kmAbout 4 hNext: Albany · 50 km · about 30 min - B
Albany Drop-off
Return at the airport or in town.
410 kmAbout 4 h 30 min
Best for a 3–5 day road trip
South West coastal loop
Via Margaret River, the karri forests and Denmark.
DistanceAbout 700 km
Driving timeAbout 8 h, plus stops
Stops4 on the way
- A
Perth Pick-up
Head south on the Kwinana Freeway.
0 kmStartNext: Margaret River · 270 km · about 3 h - 1
Margaret River Overnight option
Wineries and caves.
270 kmAbout 3 hNext: Pemberton · 120 km · about 1 h 30 min - 2
Pemberton Sightseeing
Karri forest and the Gloucester Tree.
390 kmAbout 4 h 30 minNext: Walpole · 120 km · about 1 h 30 min - 3
Walpole Sightseeing
Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk.
510 kmAbout 6 hNext: Denmark · 65 km · about 45 min - 4
Denmark Overnight option
Greens Pool and Elephant Rocks.
575 kmAbout 6 h 45 minNext: Albany · 125 km · about 1 h 15 min - B
Albany Drop-off
Return at the airport or in town.
700 kmAbout 8 h
Approximate distances and times without long breaks. Driving times vary with traffic, roadworks and weather.
Perth → Albany route planner
Two ways to drive it. Pick a route to see every stop with its distance from Perth, driving time, the leg that follows and a day plan.
Best for getting to Albany faster
Fastest / Albany Highway
Straight down the Albany Highway.
DistanceAbout 410 km
Driving timeAbout 4.5–5 h
Stops3 on the way
- A
Perth Pick-up
Leave via Armadale.
0 kmStartNext: Williams · 160 km · about 1 h 45 min - 1
Williams Fuel & coffee
Roadhouse stop.
160 kmAbout 1 h 45 minNext: Kojonup · 95 km · about 1 h - 2
Kojonup Meal stop
Lunch break.
255 kmAbout 2 h 50 minNext: Mount Barker · 105 km · about 1 h 15 min - 3
Mount Barker Sightseeing
Wine region and the Porongurups.
360 kmAbout 4 hNext: Albany · 50 km · about 30 min - B
Albany Drop-off
Return at the airport or in town.
410 kmAbout 4 h 30 min
Best for a 3–5 day road trip
South West coastal loop
Via Margaret River, the karri forests and Denmark.
DistanceAbout 700 km
Driving timeAbout 8 h, plus stops
Stops4 on the way
- A
Perth Pick-up
Head south on the Kwinana Freeway.
0 kmStartNext: Margaret River · 270 km · about 3 h - 1
Margaret River Overnight option
Wineries and caves.
270 kmAbout 3 hNext: Pemberton · 120 km · about 1 h 30 min - 2
Pemberton Sightseeing
Karri forest and the Gloucester Tree.
390 kmAbout 4 h 30 minNext: Walpole · 120 km · about 1 h 30 min - 3
Walpole Sightseeing
Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk.
510 kmAbout 6 hNext: Denmark · 65 km · about 45 min - 4
Denmark Overnight option
Greens Pool and Elephant Rocks.
575 kmAbout 6 h 45 minNext: Albany · 125 km · about 1 h 15 min - B
Albany Drop-off
Return at the airport or in town.
700 kmAbout 8 h
Approximate distances and times without long breaks. Driving times vary with traffic, roadworks and weather.
How Much Does a One-Way Car Rental Cost?
Your total is the rental price plus the one-way fee and any optional extras you choose. The exact amounts appear in your quote for your dates, car and locations.
Rental priceBased on your dates and car type
The base price for your dates and vehicle category.
One-way feeShown before you payCharged for dropping the car in a different city
Charged when you return the car to a different location. Your quote shows the actual fee for your booking.
Optional extrasOptionalOnly what you choose to add
Protection and add-ons are optional and listed separately, so you can see what each one adds.
How Much Does a One-Way Car Rental Cost?
Your total is the rental price plus the one-way fee and any optional extras you choose. The exact amounts appear in your quote for your dates, car and locations.
Rental priceBased on your dates and car type
The base price for your dates and vehicle category.
One-way feeShown before you payCharged for dropping the car in a different city
Charged when you return the car to a different location. Your quote shows the actual fee for your booking.
Optional extrasOptionalOnly what you choose to add
Protection and add-ons are optional and listed separately, so you can see what each one adds.
How Much Does a One-Way Car Rental Cost?
Your total is the rental price plus the one-way fee and any optional extras you choose. The exact amounts appear in your quote for your dates, car and locations.
Rental priceBased on your dates and car type
The base price for your dates and vehicle category.
One-way feeShown before you payCharged for dropping the car in a different city
Charged when you return the car to a different location. Your quote shows the actual fee for your booking.
Optional extrasOptionalOnly what you choose to add
Protection and add-ons are optional and listed separately, so you can see what each one adds.
How Much Does a One-Way Car Rental Cost?
Your total is the rental price plus the one-way fee and any optional extras you choose. The exact amounts appear in your quote for your dates, car and locations.
Rental priceBased on your dates and car type
The base price for your dates and vehicle category.
One-way feeShown before you payCharged for dropping the car in a different city
Charged when you return the car to a different location. Your quote shows the actual fee for your booking.
Optional extrasOptionalOnly what you choose to add
Protection and add-ons are optional and listed separately, so you can see what each one adds.
How much is a one-way car rental fee in Australia?
A one-way fee is added when you drop the car in a different city. For Perth to Albany it is usually moderate compared with long interstate routes, and it changes by supplier and season.
| Category | Daily rate from | Typical one-way fee |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | A$39 | A$80–170 |
| Compact | A$46 | A$80–180 |
| SUV | A$68 | A$110–200 |
| Van | A$95 | A$150–250 |
Indicative only. The final fee is shown before you pay. Relocation deals can reduce or remove it.
Perth → Albany Driving Essentials
Four things worth knowing before you set off.
Keep Left
Australia drives on the left, including at roundabouts and when you pull back onto the road after a stop.
Watch Your Speed
Follow posted limits and changing road conditions. Speed limits vary by state, road type and area, so always follow the signs.
Plan Fuel Stops
Don't rely on finding fuel exactly when your tank is low. Fill up in larger towns, and check the fuel policy in your rental agreement.
Take Breaks
Long-distance driving requires regular rest. Share the driving if you can, and stop when you feel tired.
Important: Speed limits are determined by road signage and conditions; always follow the current posted limit.
Smart Tips for a Perth → Albany Road Trip
Practical checks travellers often make too late.
Check the return location
Drop-off locations in Albany may have different operating arrangements. Pick the one that suits your arrival.
Confirm the one-way fee
Don't compare only the daily rental rate. Compare the total price with the one-way fee included.
Check after-hours return
Particularly important if your arrival time is late. Confirm how and where to return the car and the keys.
Check kilometre limits
A 410 km trip can use a lot of your allowance once you add side trips. Check what your rental includes.
Allow extra time for stops
The direct drive is about 4.5–5 h. Stops, meals and fuel breaks add up, so plan your days to match.
Check vehicle restrictions
Some vehicle categories may have different one-way rules. Check before you confirm a category.
Photograph the vehicle at pickup
Record existing damage before leaving, and make sure it is noted on your paperwork.
Keep the rental agreement accessible
Keep a copy on your phone and the paper copy in the car, in case you are asked for it.
Traveller questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How long does the drive from Perth to Albany take?
About 4.5–5 h on the Albany Highway, without long breaks.
Can I drop the car at Albany?
Often yes, at an airport or city depot in Albany. Confirm the drop-off hours and any surcharge.
Are there tolls between Perth and Albany?
No toll roads in WA.
Can I save money on the Perth to Albany one-way fee?
Compare suppliers, flexible dates, both directions and relocation deals.
Can I rent a car one-way from Perth to Albany?
Yes. Many suppliers allow different pickup and drop-off locations, and a one-way charge may apply.
How much does a one-way rental cost from Perth to Albany?
It varies by supplier, route, vehicle and dates. Any one-way charge is shown before you book.
Are tolls included on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Usually not. Tolls are typically charged separately.
Can I drive on unsealed roads on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Many agreements restrict or exclude them. Check your conditions before you go.
Can I take a rental car on a ferry on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Often restricted. Check terms, including for Tasmania ferries.
What is the excess on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
The maximum you may pay for damage unless you reduce it. It varies by supplier and vehicle.
Can I add another driver on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Usually, if they meet age and licence rules. A fee may apply.
Can I return the car after hours on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Some locations allow it with a key drop. Confirm before you book.
Can international visitors rent a car from Perth to Albany?
Generally yes with a valid licence. An English translation or permit may be needed.
Traveller questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
Can I drop the car at Albany?
Often yes, at an airport or city depot in Albany. Confirm the drop-off hours and any surcharge.
Can I rent a car one-way from Perth to Albany?
Yes. Many suppliers allow different pickup and drop-off locations, and a one-way charge may apply.
Traveller questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
Are there tolls between Perth and Albany?
No toll roads in WA.
Can I save money on the Perth to Albany one-way fee?
Compare suppliers, flexible dates, both directions and relocation deals.
How much does a one-way rental cost from Perth to Albany?
It varies by supplier, route, vehicle and dates. Any one-way charge is shown before you book.
Are tolls included on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Usually not. Tolls are typically charged separately.
What is the excess on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
The maximum you may pay for damage unless you reduce it. It varies by supplier and vehicle.
Traveller questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
How long does the drive from Perth to Albany take?
About 4.5–5 h on the Albany Highway, without long breaks.
Can I drive on unsealed roads on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Many agreements restrict or exclude them. Check your conditions before you go.
Can I take a rental car on a ferry on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Often restricted. Check terms, including for Tasmania ferries.
Traveller questions
Short answers. Details depend on your supplier and booking.
Can I add another driver on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Usually, if they meet age and licence rules. A fee may apply.
Can I return the car after hours on a Perth to Albany one-way trip?
Some locations allow it with a key drop. Confirm before you book.
Can international visitors rent a car from Perth to Albany?
Generally yes with a valid licence. An English translation or permit may be needed.
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