thl: 15% Off One-Way Motorhome Hire from NT
thl is offering 15% off daily vehicle hire rates and waiving the one-way fee on 2WD campervans and motorhomes collected in Darwin or Alice Springs and returned in Brisbane, Cairns, Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide.
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What’s included: 15% off daily vehicle hire rates + no one-way fee
This offer combines two benefits on southbound and eastbound hires out of Darwin and Alice Springs. The 15% discount applies to daily vehicle hire rates. It does not reduce fees, insurance and liability products, optional extras or the security bond.
Discount Applies To
- Daily vehicle hire rate
Discount Does Not Apply To
- Fees
- Insurance and liability reduction products
- Optional extras
- Security bond
The one-way fee is waived on eligible routes under this offer. That waiver is separate from the 15% discount, so both benefits apply to the same booking.
Long hire discounts apply as set out in thl’s standard terms and conditions.
Which thl brand suits your trip
Four brands qualify. Each sits at a different point in the thl range.
| Brand | Suits | Typical build |
|---|---|---|
| maui | Travellers prioritising comfort over long drive days | THL premium |
| Britz | Couples and families wanting broad vehicle | THL mid-range |
| Mighty | Cost-led travellers | THL budget |
| Apollo | Travellers comparing options across similar categories | THL Alternative |
Vehicle availability differs by depot and by date. Run a search for your dates to see which brands are available on your route.
Where you can pick up
Two Northern Territory depots start this offer.
Darwin
Darwin sits at the top of the Stuart Highway and works as a starting point for travellers heading south or east. Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park and Nitmiluk Gorge near Katherine all sit within reach of the city before a longer drive begins.
Alice Springs
Alice Springs is a central hub for motorhome and campervan travel through Australia’s Red Centre, with the Stuart Highway connecting the town to Darwin and Adelaide. Nearby touring routes lead to the West MacDonnell Ranges, Kings Canyon and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, making Alice Springs a natural base for exploring Central Australia.
One-way routes and drop-off cities
Ten route combinations qualify. Each starts in Darwin or Alice Springs and finishes in a capital or coastal city.
| Route | Pick-up | Drop-off | Main corridor | Distance | Min. days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1 | Darwin | Adelaide | Stuart Highway via Alice Springs, Coober Pedy and Port Augusta | 3,030 km | 4–5 days |
| R2 | Darwin | Cairns | Stuart Highway to Threeways, Barkly Highway to Mount Isa, then Flinders and Kennedy highways | 2,897 km | 5–6 days |
| R3 | Darwin | Brisbane | Stuart Highway to Threeways, Barkly Highway to Mount Isa, then Landsborough and Warrego highways | 3,424 km | 5–6 days |
| R4 | Darwin | Sydney | Stuart Highway to Threeways, Barkly Highway to Mount Isa, then inland via Longreach and regional NSW | 3,942 km | 14–21 days |
| R5 | Darwin | Melbourne | Stuart Highway to Adelaide, then Dukes and Western highways | 3,742 km | 5–7 days |
| R6 | Alice Springs | Adelaide | Stuart Highway via Coober Pedy and Port Augusta | 1,534 km | 5–7 days |
| R7 | Alice Springs | Cairns | Stuart Highway north to Threeways, Barkly Highway to Mount Isa, then Flinders and Kennedy highways | 2,417 km | 10–14 days |
| R8 | Alice Springs | Brisbane | Stuart Highway north to Threeways, Barkly Highway to Mount Isa, then Landsborough and Warrego highways | 2,990 km | 10–14 days |
| R9 | Alice Springs | Sydney | Stuart Highway to Port Augusta, Barrier Highway via Broken Hill, then Mitchell and Great Western highways | 2,773 km | 14–21 days |
| R10 | Alice Springs | Melbourne | Stuart Highway to Adelaide, then Dukes and Western highways | 2,246 km | 10–14 days |
This offer applies to hires collected in Darwin or Alice Springs only. Rentals collected elsewhere are not covered.
Travelling the other way? thl is also offering 15% off and no one-way fee on hires to Darwin and Alice Springs, with travel from March 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
Does the 15% discount apply to the whole booking?
When is the last day I can pick up a vehicle?
Can I book now and travel in December?
Which vehicles are included in this offer?
Can I take a 2WD motorhome to Kakadu or Uluru?
Do I need to enter the code NT2EC26?
Is there still a one-way fee?
Does the long hire discount still apply?
Can I collect in Adelaide and drop off in Darwin?
Does the offer apply to an existing booking?
Book your NT one-way road trip online today
Compare Apollo, Britz, maui and Mighty on one page, with the 15% and the waived one-way fee already in the price.