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Great value rental cars from Wellington Ferry Terminal’s most trusted car hire providers

  • Apex
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Dollar
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty

Car rental rates at Wellington Ferry Terminal

The Wellington Ferry Terminal forms the North Island terminus of the North-South ferry service that links New Zealand’s two main islands. Running between Wellington / Te Whanganui a Tara on the North Island and Picton / Waitohi on the South Island, this is the most popular ferry service in the country.


VroomVroomVroom makes searching, comparing, and booking your rental car at Wellington Ferry Terminal easy. Choose from reliable and affordable car hire options supplied by New Zealand’s leading rental car brands.

  • EuropcarSpecial
    Special

    From NZD $86/day

    for 21 Apr - 26 Apr 2025
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  • ApexCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From NZD $94/day

    for 21 Apr - 26 Apr 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From NZD $99/day

    for 22 Apr - 25 Apr 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From NZD $104/day

    for 22 Apr - 25 Apr 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From NZD $114/day

    for 22 Apr - 25 Apr 2025
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  • EuropcarStandard SUV
    Standard SUV

    From NZD $123/day

    for 21 Apr - 26 Apr 2025
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on April 16, 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 16 April, 2025

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Our customers have rated their Wellington Ferry Terminal car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(182 reviews)
  • 28 Feb 2025

    Easy booking

    allan w.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Wellington Ferry Terminal
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 04 Feb 2025

    Quick

    annette f.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Wellington City
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 28 Jan 2025

    very simple

    hee seok k.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Wellington Downtown
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 24 Jan 2025

    Easy comparison of rental car firms and good prices

    julia b.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Wellington Downtown
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 22 Jan 2025

    Fabulous

    christine j.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similar
    Wellington City
    Mitsubishi ASX or similar
  • 08 Feb 2025

    Easy and comprehensive

    warwick m.
    Booked: Kia Carnival - 8 Seat van or similar
    Auckland Airport International
    Kia Carnival - 8 Seat van or similar
  • 11 Jan 2025

    fast way to check out

    johmkrit t.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
    Christchurch International Airport
    Toyota RAV4 or similar
  • 29 Jan 2025

    Easy Peazy

    paulina k.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Napier Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Wellington Ferry Terminal

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsSeven car rental depots in Wellington Ferry.
✅ Rental brandsApex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available at Wellington Ferry Terminal

Popular rental car models in Wellington Ferry Terminal last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    31%

    5
    110
    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla HatchCompact Car

    5

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Rent with

    Apex, Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, Budget

  • 2

    11%

    67
    83
    Mystery Car

    Mystery CarSpecial Special Offer Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 3

    9%

    11
    114
    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai KonaCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget, Avis

  • 4

    9%

    69
    106
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftCompact Car

    4

    4

    2 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 5

    6%

    52
    56
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Ford vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Ford Ranger 4wd(inc Canopy)

    Ford Ranger 4wd(inc Canopy)

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Hyundai Imax

    Hyundai Imax

    8

    5

    3 large, 4 small

    Providers

    Apex

    Hyundai Ioniq

    Hyundai Ioniq

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Hyundai Kona Electric

    Hyundai Kona ElectricElectric

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    5

    5

    6 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    6 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Kia Carnival 8 Seater

    Kia Carnival 8 Seater

    8

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mazda vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Mitsubishi Asx

    Mitsubishi Asx

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

  • Mitsubishi Outlander

    Mitsubishi Outlander

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mitsubishi Outlander Awd

    Mitsubishi Outlander Awd

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Nissan vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    4

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Tesla vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Tesla Model 3

    Tesla Model 3Electric

    5

    4

    Providers

    Budget

    Tesla Model 3 Electric

    Tesla Model 3 ElectricElectric

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis

Toyota vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry Hybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Toyota Corolla Gx Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla Gx Hybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

  • Toyota Highlander

    Toyota Highlander

    5

    5

    4 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

    Toyota Hilux

    Toyota Hilux

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Hilux SR5

    Toyota Hilux SR5

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Rav4 4w.d.

    Toyota Rav4 4w.d.

    5

    5

    4 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

Other vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar

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“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

Wellington Ferry Terminal daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Apr

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

Thu

17 Apr

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

Fri

18 Apr

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

Sat

19 Apr

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

Sun

20 Apr

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

Mon

21 Apr

$223

$243

Tue

22 Apr

$99

$104

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Apr

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

Thu

17 Apr

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

Fri

18 Apr

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

Sat

19 Apr

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

Sun

20 Apr

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

Mon

21 Apr

$228

$248

Tue

22 Apr

$104

$109

Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Apr

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

Thu

17 Apr

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

Fri

18 Apr

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

Sat

19 Apr

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

Sun

20 Apr

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

Mon

21 Apr

$94

$258

Tue

22 Apr

$102

$107

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Apr

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

Thu

17 Apr

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

Fri

18 Apr

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

Sat

19 Apr

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

Sun

20 Apr

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

Mon

21 Apr

$115

$369

Tue

22 Apr

$114

$309

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Apr

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

Thu

17 Apr

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

Fri

18 Apr

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

Sat

19 Apr

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

Sun

20 Apr

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

Mon

21 Apr

$123

$444

Tue

22 Apr

$137

$384

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

16 Apr

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

Thu

17 Apr

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

Fri

18 Apr

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

Sat

19 Apr

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

Sun

20 Apr

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

Mon

21 Apr

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

Tue

22 Apr

$258

$258

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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 16 April, 2025

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Car rental depots at Wellington Ferry Terminal

Car hire depots in Wellington Ferry Terminal are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Apex Wellington City

    186 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    4.91 • 11 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Avis Wellington Downtown

    186 Victoria St, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Budget Wellington Downtown

    186 Victoria St, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    4.93 • 6 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Dollar Wellington Ferry

    Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    Today •5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    monday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    tuesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    wednesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    thursday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    friday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    saturday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    sunday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

  • Europcar Wellington Ferry Terminal

    Wellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    3.30 • 2 ratings

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    2

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    3

    Presentation

  • Hertz Wellington Ferry

    Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    Today •5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    monday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    tuesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    wednesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    thursday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    friday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    saturday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    sunday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

  • Thrifty Wellington Ferry

    Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    Today •5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    monday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    tuesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    wednesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    thursday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    friday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    saturday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    sunday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car at Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington Ferry?

    Prices start at NZD $94 per day for a Compact SUV, up to NZD $388 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Wellington Ferry.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Wellington Ferry?

    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 $258 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Wellington Ferry.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Wellington Ferry?

    The highest-rated rental car in Wellington Ferry is Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Wellington Ferry?

    Apex is the highest-rated car hire provider in Wellington Ferry, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Wellington Ferry Terminal?

    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 Ferry Terminal 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.

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