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Car rental rates in Picton / Waitohi
Picton / Waitohi sits towards the northern tip of New Zealand’s South Island and is known as both a leaping off point for the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and also as an access point for the famous Queen Charlotte Track. It is around a 25 minute drive from Blenheim / Waiharakeke and about a two hour drive from Nelson.
Getting on the road in Picton 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.
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 26 Nov - 29 Nov 2025
from NZD $338/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 23 Nov - 28 Nov 2025
from NZD $404/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on November 20, 2025 by a New Zealand 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 20 November, 2025
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 05 Nov 2025matthew c.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarPicton Ferry Terminal
- 26 Jul 2025stephen r.Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similarPicton Ferry Terminal
- 30 Sep 2025ian c.Booked: Toyota RAV 4 AWD Hybrid or similarQueenstown Airport
- 19 Oct 2025ross d.Booked: Toyota Rav4 AWDAuckland Airport Domestic
- 15 Nov 2025hong j.Booked: Toyota Highlander or similarChristchurch Airport
- 31 Aug 2025ricci t.Booked: Ford Puma Hybrid or similarTauranga City
- 25 Jul 2025marianna r.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarRotorua Airport
- 21 Oct 2025stephanie f.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarAuckland Airport Domestic
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Picton
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots in Picton. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Picton
Ford vehicles for hire in Picton
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Picton
Hyundai i30
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Hyundai Kona
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia vehicles for hire in Picton
Kia Seltos
5
5
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda vehicles for hire in Picton
Mazda 3
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mazda CX-30
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mazda CX-5
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Picton
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Avis, Budget
Nissan vehicles for hire in Picton
Nissan X-Trail
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Picton
Suzuki Swift
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota vehicles for hire in Picton
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex, Avis
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Yaris Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Other vehicles for hire in Picton
Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Haval H6
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mahindra 3xo Ax7l
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
“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
Picton daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
20 Nov
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
21 Nov
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 Nov
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 Nov
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 Nov
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 Nov
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 Nov
$338
$338
$338
$338
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
20 Nov
$414
$414
$414
$414
21 Nov
$414
$414
$414
$414
22 Nov
$414
$414
$414
$414
23 Nov
$404
$414
$404
$414
24 Nov
$414
$414
$414
$414
25 Nov
$404
$414
$404
$414
26 Nov
$414
$414
$414
$414
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 20 November, 2025
Marlborough Airport car hire
Are you flying into Marlborough?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Marlborough Airport (BHE).
Regional airports near Picton
Car rental depots in Picton
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Picton Ferry Terminal
View details4.2 (13)Mon–Sun 09:00–17:00Interislander Ferry Terminal, South Island
Avis Picton Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 09:00–18:00Ferry Terminal Building (South Island), South Island
Budget Picton
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 09:00–18:00Ferry Terminal Building, North Island
Dollar Picton Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 11:30–14:30 16:30–19:30Auckland Street, Picton, North Island
Europcar Picton City
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 08:00–18:00Interisland Ferry Terminal Office 8, South Island
Hertz Picton Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 11:30–14:30 16:30–19:30Interislander Terminal, Auckland St, Picton, North Island
Thrifty Picton Ferry
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Sun 11:30–14:30 16:30–19:30Auckland Street, Picton, North Island
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Picton
How much does it cost to hire a car in Picton?
Prices start at NZD $338 per day for a Compact SUV, up to NZD $414 per day for a Standard SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Picton.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Picton?
The highest-rated rental car in Picton is Toyota Highlander or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Picton?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Picton, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Picton?
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 Picton 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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