Car Hire in Narrabri Center

Narrabri is an agricultural town in northwestern New South Wales, located approximately 590 km north of Sydney and 190 km west of Tamworth along the Newell Highway. With as many as 4 rental companies in the centre, the selection of rental cars is unusually broad for a town of this size. Narrabri is home to the CSIRO Australia Telescope National Facility, a world-leading radio telescope complex located 25 km west of the town.

Mount Kaputar National Park, with dramatic volcanic formations, is approximately 55 km east of the centre via Manilla Road. Visit the Australia Telescope in the afternoon – it's free and the guides tell fascinating stories about space research. Take a day trip to Mount Kaputar for hiking with panoramic views over northwestern NSW.

Newell Highway south leads to Dubbo and Western Plains Zoo, approximately 190 km away. What is there to see near Narrabri by rental car? CSIRO's radio telescope (25 km to the west) and Mount Kaputar National Park (55 km to the east) are the main attractions.

How long does it take to drive from Narrabri to Tamworth? It's approximately 190 km and takes about 2 hours via Oxley Highway. Why are there 4 rental companies in Narrabri?

Narrabri is a regional hub for the cotton industry and mining, which creates high demand for rental cars.

We compare prices from all major providers at Narrabri Shire Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.