Travellers Autobarn vs Star RV
A side-by-side look at Travellers Autobarn and Star RV — what each includes, how they score with renters, and which fits your Australia trip best.
At a Glance
Travellers Autobarn
Star RV
Founded
1993 in Sydney, as an independent, backpacker-founded operator
2012
Headquarters
Sydney
Auckland, New Zealand (THL Group)
Fleet size
Six models across six depots (fleet vehicle count not published)
3 models
Pickup
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, Darwin
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, Adelaide
Fleet & Vehicles
Both Travellers Autobarn and Star RV operate fleets tailored to conditions in Australia. See each vendor's page for full fleet breakdowns.
Travellers Autobarn fleet
Long budget trips, camping every night
X-Wagon
Two people, sleeping inside the van
Budgie Van · Chubby Camper · Hi-Top · Kuga
A group, or a wet day indoors
Hi-5 Campervan
Star RV fleet
Couples and solo travellers
Polaris 2-Berth
Families and groups of four
Polaris 4-Berth
Large families and groups
Polaris 6-Berth
Equipment & Inclusions
Default equipment included with a standard rental. Individual vehicles may vary. How we rate equipment →
Category
Travellers Autobarn
Star RV
Sleeping
Sleeping bags, pillows and sheets on every campervan, included in the living-equipment fee already inside the quoted price
Linen, pillows, duvets and towels included on every Polaris model
Cooking
Gas cooker, kettle, pots, pans, cutlery, tea towels and a sink on every campervan
Two-burner gas cooker, microwave, sink, full kitchen kit included
Cooling
Air conditioning in the front cab, and a fridge or ice box depending on model
Cab only — no model cools the living area, and the campervans are hired mostly in the southern summer
90 L compressor fridge on every model
Heating
No model in the Australian fleet carries a heater of any kind
Fan heater available as an addon extra
Power
Dual battery with two 240 V outlets for charging, plus USB and 12 V sockets
12 V interior lighting, USB charging ports throughout, 240 V campground hookup
Water
Onboard fresh-water tank and sink
No toilet or shower on any model, so this fleet is not self-contained anywhere in Australia
90 L fresh-water tank, 60 L grey water, water filter, indoor shower and fixed toilet on every model
Categories verified for only one of the two are not listed.
Customer Reviews
Cancellation & Flexibility
Travellers Autobarn
Free cancellation (336h notice)Free to cancel until 14 days before pick-up. Inside 14 days it is A$200, inside 7 days half the rental, and nothing is returned for a same-day cancellation or a no-show.
Official terms →Star RV
Free cancellation (744h notice)Free cancellation 31+ days before pickup. Inside that: 20% of hire fees (30–7 days), 50% (6–1 days), or 100% on pickup day or a no-show.
Official terms →Who Should Choose Whom
Choose Travellers Autobarnif…
- •You value budget campervans and wagons built for long, high-kilometre trips
Choose Star RVif…
- •You value premium motorhomes on the jucy booking platform
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