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Set at the southern tip of the North Island, Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara is the capital of New Zealand, and one of the most popular destinations in the country. A beautiful harbour-side city, Wellington is known for its museums, galleries, tremendous food scene, and its icy winds. Wellington lies two and a half hours by car from Wanganui and a six-hour drive from Tauranga.
Getting on the road in Wellington is easy with VroomVroomVroom. By using our easy to use search to find a competitive car hire rate from our selection of well respected car hire provider, you can book your car in as little as a couple of minutes.
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 21, 2025 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 21 January, 2025
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| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, SUV, Sport and Ute. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots in Wellington. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
1
36%
Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV
5
5
2 large, 3 small
Apex, Hertz, Europcar
2
29%
Toyota Corolla HatchCompact Car
5
5
1 large, 3 small
Apex, Thrifty, Avis, Budget, Hertz
3
7%
Kia SeltosCompact SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Hertz, Thrifty
4
7%
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.Intermediate SUV
5
5
4 large, 3 small
Apex
5
5%
Hyundai KonaIntermediate SUV
5
5
2 small
Budget
Ford Everest
7
5
2 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Ford Puma St
5
4
2 small
Europcar
Ford Ranger 4wd(inc Canopy)
5
4
3 small
Europcar
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
2 small
Europcar
Hyundai Imax
8
5
3 large, 4 small
Apex
Hyundai Ioniq
5
4
2 small
Budget
Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
5
4
3 small
Avis
Hyundai Kona
5
5
3 small
Avis, Budget
Hyundai Kona ElectricElectric
5
4
3 small
Avis
Hyundai Santa Fe
5
5
6 small
Avis, Budget
Hyundai Staria
8
5
6 small
Avis, Budget
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
5
2 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Niro 2 Ev LightElectric
5
4
3 small
Europcar
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia SorentoHybrid
5
2
4 small
Europcar
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
3 small
Europcar
Mazda CX-5
5
5
2 small
Budget
Mg Hs Excite PhevHybrid
5
4
3 small
Europcar
Mitsubishi Asx
5
5
2 small
Europcar
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
Apex
Mitsubishi Eclipse Vrx Awd
5
4
3 small
Europcar
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz, Europcar
Mitsubishi Outlander Awd
5
4
4 small
Europcar
Nissan X-Trail
5
5
5 small
Avis
Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
4 large, 2 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Suzuki Swift
4
4
2 small
Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Polestar 2 - Tesla Model 3Electric
5
4
1 large, 2 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Tesla Model 3Electric
5
4
Budget
Tesla Model 3 ElectricElectric
5
4
2 small
Avis
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 small
Budget
Toyota Camry Hybrid
5
4
3 small
Europcar
Toyota Corolla
5
5
2 small
Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
Apex, Avis
Toyota Highlander
5
5
4 large, 3 small
Apex
Toyota Hilux
5
4
2 small
Budget
Toyota Hilux SR5
5
4
4 small
Avis
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
4
5
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
Apex
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
Thrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
2 small
Budget, Europcar
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Thrifty, Hertz
“Or similar” refers to how our rental providers classify cars. Please be advised they cannot guarantee that a specific car model will be available. Partners categorise similar models into “vehicle groups” and confirm availability on this basis. Our team are available to contact the depot on your behalf where you are picking up your vehicle to enquire what models are available under the vehicle group you booked. Please contact customer support for further information.
Vehicle models are subject to provider availability
Per day price range
21 Jan
$157
$157
$241
$241
22 Jan
$95
$95
$241
$241
23 Jan
$105
$105
$178
$178
24 Jan
$78
$78
$225
$225
25 Jan
$91
$91
$178
$178
26 Jan
$91
$91
$178
$178
27 Jan
$89
$89
$217
$217
Per day price range
21 Jan
$246
$246
$257
$257
22 Jan
$246
$246
$257
$257
23 Jan
$183
$183
$191
$191
24 Jan
$183
$183
$240
$240
25 Jan
$183
$183
$191
$191
26 Jan
$117
$117
$191
$191
27 Jan
$222
$222
$231
$231
Per day price range
21 Jan
$245
$245
$245
$245
22 Jan
$121
$121
$121
$121
23 Jan
$124
$124
$124
$124
24 Jan
$116
$116
$132
$132
25 Jan
$126
$126
$126
$126
26 Jan
$113
$113
$121
$121
27 Jan
$110
$110
$110
$110
Per day price range
21 Jan
$220
$220
$255
$255
22 Jan
$110
$110
$253
$253
23 Jan
$110
$110
$187
$187
24 Jan
$85
$85
$236
$236
25 Jan
$98
$98
$187
$187
26 Jan
$91
$91
$187
$187
27 Jan
$96
$96
$240
$240
Per day price range
21 Jan
$237
$237
$297
$297
22 Jan
$134
$134
$274
$274
23 Jan
$134
$134
$211
$211
24 Jan
$110
$110
$246
$246
25 Jan
$112
$112
$211
$211
26 Jan
$107
$107
$211
$211
27 Jan
$104
$104
$260
$260
Per day price range
21 Jan
$252
$252
$256
$256
22 Jan
$159
$159
$179
$179
23 Jan
$141
$141
$159
$159
24 Jan
$131
$131
$159
$159
25 Jan
$155
$155
$159
$159
26 Jan
$124
$124
$159
$159
27 Jan
$113
$113
$159
$159
Per day price range
21 Jan
$248
$248
$268
$268
22 Jan
$248
$248
$268
$268
23 Jan
$184
$184
$202
$202
24 Jan
$184
$184
$251
$251
25 Jan
$184
$184
$202
$202
26 Jan
$124
$124
$202
$202
27 Jan
$235
$235
$255
$255
Per day price range
21 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
22 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
23 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
25 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Jan
$108
$108
$115
$115
27 Jan
$105
$105
$113
$113
Per day price range
21 Jan
$277
$277
$322
$322
22 Jan
$227
$227
$227
$227
23 Jan
$189
$189
$231
$231
24 Jan
$185
$185
$243
$243
25 Jan
$237
$237
$237
$237
26 Jan
$181
$181
$231
$231
27 Jan
$206
$206
$227
$227
Per day price range
21 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
22 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
23 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
24 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
25 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
26 Jan
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
27 Jan
$215
$215
$215
$215
Per day price range
21 Jan
$267
$267
$311
$311
22 Jan
$177
$177
$204
$204
23 Jan
$135
$135
$164
$164
24 Jan
$116
$116
$164
$164
25 Jan
$164
$164
$164
$164
26 Jan
$135
$135
$164
$164
27 Jan
$135
$135
$164
$164
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in NZD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 21 January, 2025
Are you flying into Wellington?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Wellington Airport (WLG).
If you come across a stop sign, you are required to bring your vehicle to a complete stop before you check for oncoming traffic, and if the traffic lights are flashing amber, please give way to other traffic.
Traffic can be busy in Wellington during peak times, so if possible avoid driving across peak periods or allow extra time for your trip during these periods.
If you are visiting from another country, take note that in New Zealand you must keep to the left side of the road.
The speed limit on major highways linking Wellington to other New Zealand locations is generally 100km for cars.
You will need to fill your rental car with fuel before you return it to the depot. There are plenty of petrol stations located in and around downtown Wellington.
During weekdays, parking fees will apply for on-street parking around the city centre. On weekends and public holidays, parking is not charged, but time restrictions will still apply.
Car hire depots in Wellington are marked on the map below.
186 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington NI, 6011
Today • 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
4.90 • 10 ratings
186 Victoria Street, Wellington NI, 6011
Today • 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
186 Victoria Street, Wellington NI, 6011
Today • 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
4.92 • 5 ratings
38-44 Hania St, Wellington, Wellington NI, 6011
Today • 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay, Wellington NI, 6011
Today • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
3.30 • 2 ratings
38-44 Hania St, Wellington, Wellington NI, 6011
Today • 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
4.65 • 4 ratings
38-44 Hania St, Wellington, Wellington NI, 6011
Today • 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
4.09 • 7 ratings
We ask customers to review the provider's depot experience after they've returned their rental vehicle. The review scores are calculated by averaging the scores of the reviews that we collect. For more information please read our Terms and Conditions.
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On hiring a car in Wellington
Prices start at NZD $78 per day for an Economy Car, up to NZD $251 per day for an Intermediate Car. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Wellington.
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between NZD $105 and NZD $255 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Wellington.
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs NZD $181 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Wellington.
The highest-rated rental car in Wellington is Mitsubishi ASX or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
Apex is the highest-rated car hire provider in Wellington, based on ratings by our customers.
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Wellington may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
You can expect the same type of traffic in Wellington as you would be used to in any capital city, which is to say peak hour can lengthen your travel time. It is also important to note that Wellington is often referred to as the Windy City and you should heed the weather situation when driving — especially if you are not used to driving in high wind conditions.
Each provider has its own terms and conditions when it comes to taking a rental car on the ferry to Picton. In some instances you’re allowed to, however, the car is not insured while on the ferry. In other instances, you will need to drop your rental car at the Wellington Ferry Terminal and collect another rental car once you arrive in Picton. If you require further information about using the ferry, please contact our customer care team.
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