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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 Car
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from NZD $39/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from NZD $41/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from NZD $60/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from NZD $63/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from NZD $151/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on June 09, 2026 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 09 June, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 29 May 2026brian w.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarChristchurch Airport
- 16 Feb 2026wendy r.Booked: Toyota Rav4 AWDAuckland Airport International
- 07 Mar 2026neil w.Booked: Toyota Rav4 Gx Hybrid or similarDunedin Airport
- 30 Apr 2026annabel s.Booked: VW Tiguan or similarWellington Airport
- 07 Apr 2026mannav s.Booked: Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate or similarAuckland City
- 07 May 2026joanna w.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarAuckland Airport
- 19 Mar 2026chris m.Booked: Toyota C-HR or similarAuckland International Airport
- 27 Mar 2026michael d.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarTauranga Airport
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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
Honda vehicles for hire in Picton
Honda Zr-v Sport
5
4
2 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
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Picton
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Europcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Picton
Suzuki Swift
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki Swift HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota vehicles for hire in Picton
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 4w.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4 Gx HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Other vehicles for hire in Picton
Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate
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
09 Jun
$43
$260
10 Jun
$42
$260
11 Jun
$41
$189
12 Jun
$39
$115
13 Jun
$41
$151
14 Jun
$39
$159
15 Jun
$43
$260
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$45
$267
10 Jun
$44
$267
11 Jun
$42
$127
12 Jun
$41
$68
13 Jun
$42
$127
14 Jun
$41
$127
15 Jun
$45
$267
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$76
$280
10 Jun
$76
$285
11 Jun
$76
$280
12 Jun
$63
$124
13 Jun
$76
$280
14 Jun
$63
$280
15 Jun
$76
$285
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$72
$207
10 Jun
$72
$291
11 Jun
$72
$202
12 Jun
$60
$128
13 Jun
$72
$164
14 Jun
$60
$173
15 Jun
$72
$285
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
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
10 Jun
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
11 Jun
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
12 Jun
$151
$161
13 Jun
$197
$197
14 Jun
$154
$205
15 Jun
$329
$329
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 09 June, 2026
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
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Apex Picton Ferry Terminal
View details4.3 (15)Mon–Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMInterislander Ferry Terminal, South Island
Avis Picton Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 9:00 AM - 5:30 PMFerry Terminal Building (South Island), South Island
Budget Picton
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 9:00 AM - 5:30 PMFerry Terminal Building, North Island
Dollar Picton Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM 11:30 AM - 2:30 PMAuckland Street, Picton, North Island
Europcar Picton City
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PMInterisland Ferry Terminal Office 8, South Island
Hertz Picton Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM 11:30 AM - 2:30 PMInterislander Terminal, Auckland St, Picton, North Island
Thrifty Picton Ferry
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Sun 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM 11:30 AM - 2:30 PMAuckland 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 $39 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $151 per day for a Premium 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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