Turbofleet offers mini bus hire in Melbourne. It is a local rental company with its own fleet of 8 to 14 seat minibuses, hired from two depots, Craigieburn in the north and Ravenhall in the west. Rates start from $120 a day, every minibus drives on a standard car licence up to 12 seats, and there are no booking fees or hidden costs. Whether you need a minibus for a wedding, a sports team, an airport run, or a family trip, you can book directly with Turbofleet and pick it up close to home.
Why hire your minibus from Turbofleet
Turbofleet is a Melbourne operator that owns and services its own vehicles, rather than a booking site that passes you to a third party. That means you deal with the people who hold the keys, the price you see is the price you pay, and the team can help you pick the right size for your group. Servicing is handled in-house, so the minibuses are well maintained, and handovers are quick when you collect. You can read more about Turbofleet and how the depots run.
The minibuses Turbofleet hires
There are three minibus sizes in the fleet, so you can match the vehicle to your group:
- The 8 seater minibus, from $130 a day, suits a large family or a small team, with luggage room behind the back row.
- The 12 seater, from $150 a day, carries a bigger group, a sports side, or two families, and has a tow bar for extra gear.
- The 12 to 14 seater, from $120 a day, is the most cost-effective per seat for a large group in one vehicle.
You can see each option in detail on the minibus hire Melbourne page, or look at the 12 seater and 8 seater pages for the size you have in mind.
What is included
Every Turbofleet minibus comes with automatic transmission, power steering, and air conditioning as standard, so it drives much like a large car. Bookings are made directly with the depot, with no booking fees and no hidden costs added at pickup. Child seats can be added for family trips, and the team can talk you through insurance and the bond when you book, so there are no surprises.
Do you need a special licence?
For most minibuses, no. A standard Australian car licence covers a minibus that seats up to 12 people including the driver, which takes in the 8 seater and the 12 seater. Only a vehicle with 13 or more seats needs a Light Rigid licence, so if you are looking at the largest 14 seat option, check the seat count first. For a genuine 12 seater or smaller, your normal licence is all you need.
Where Turbofleet operates in Melbourne
Turbofleet hires minibuses from Craigieburn in the north, which is handy for Broadmeadows, Epping, Roxburgh Park, and Sunbury, and from Ravenhall in the west, which covers Melton, Sunshine, and the surrounding suburbs. Between the two depots, most of northern and western Melbourne has a pickup point nearby, so you collect the minibus close to where your trip starts rather than crossing the city for it.
What people use minibus hire for
A minibus is the practical choice whenever a group needs to travel together. Common reasons people hire one in Melbourne include weddings and the bridal party, sports teams heading to a game, airport transfers for a large group, family holidays and reunions, corporate days out, and tours to the wineries or the coast. In each case, one minibus keeps everyone together, splits the cost across the group, and means only one person needs to drive.
How to book a minibus with Turbofleet
Booking is simple. Choose your dates, pick the depot nearest you, and select the size that fits your group. Larger minibuses book out first over weekends and holidays, so it pays to reserve ahead. When you collect, the team checks your licence and booking, and you are on the road together in one vehicle. To get started, contact the Turbofleet team with your dates and group size and they will match you to the right minibus.
Frequently asked questions
Who offers mini bus hire in Melbourne?
Turbofleet offers minibus hire in Melbourne, with 8, 12, and 14 seat minibuses hired direct from depots in Craigieburn and Ravenhall, from $120 a day with no booking fees.
How much does minibus hire cost in Melbourne?
Turbofleet’s minibuses start from $120 a day for the 12 to 14 seater, $130 for the 8 seater, and $150 for the 12 seater premium. Weekly rates are usually lower per day.
Do you need a special licence to drive a hire minibus?
No, not for most. A standard car licence covers a minibus of up to 12 seats including the driver. Only 13 seats or more needs a Light Rigid licence.
Where can I pick up a minibus in Melbourne?
Turbofleet has depots in Craigieburn in the north and Ravenhall in the west, covering the surrounding suburbs, so you can collect a minibus close to home.
