Trailer hire in Melbourne

Before you book

Check the trailer size, load capacity, whether brakes are fitted, and whether accessories like ramps or tie-downs are included. If you are picking up from a dense inner suburb, it is also worth confirming loading access and where the trailer can be safely hitched.

Common trailer hire jobs around Melbourne

People in Melbourne often hire trailers for apartment moves, Bunnings pick-ups, Facebook Marketplace furniture, garden waste, hard rubbish, small business deliveries, and weekend trips. In inner suburbs, smaller box and cage trailers can be easier to park and load. For outer suburbs or bigger jobs, a tandem cage trailer, enclosed trailer, or car trailer may be more suitable.

Inner-city access and parking

If you are hiring in inner Melbourne, check that there is enough room to load, turn, and park the trailer. In tighter streets around the inner north, inner east, and bayside suburbs, a smaller box or cage trailer may be easier than a large tandem trailer.

Apartment and townhouse moves

Melbourne has a lot of apartment and townhouse moves. Check loading-zone access, lift booking times, and whether the trailer can be left safely while loading.

Bunnings, Marketplace, and bulky pick-ups

Many Melbourne hires are for Bunnings runs, Facebook Marketplace pick-ups, moving appliances, garden clean-ups, and hard rubbish.

Tip runs and garden waste

For garden waste and tip runs, cage trailers are usually the easiest option. Check the listing dimensions and whether the owner includes accessories such as ramps, tie-downs, or a cage.

Weather and enclosed trailers

Melbourne weather makes enclosed trailers useful. If you are moving mattresses, appliances, boxes, or event gear, an enclosed trailer can be worth considering when rain is likely.

Longer trips out of Melbourne

For trips out of Melbourne, check towing weight, trailer brakes, tyre condition, spare wheel, and whether the trailer suits highway driving.

How to hire a trailer in Melbourne

1. Melbourne is already selected at the top of this page. Add dates and trailer type to filter results (optional).
2. Compare listings and check pick-up location, size, and towing requirements.
3. Book online. Once confirmed, you’ll get the pick-up address and can collect the trailer.
4. Need more options? Use “Show more trailers” or zoom out on the map in search.