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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.
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 20 Nov - 23 Nov 2025
from NZD $53/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 17 Nov - 22 Nov 2025
from NZD $55/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 15 Nov - 18 Nov 2025
from NZD $56/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 20 Nov - 23 Nov 2025
from NZD $64/day
Fullsize Wagon/Estate
View offerTravel 19 Nov - 24 Nov 2025
from NZD $112/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 19 Nov - 24 Nov 2025
from NZD $116/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 19 Nov - 24 Nov 2025
from NZD $126/day
Special
View offerTravel 17 Nov - 22 Nov 2025
from NZD $218/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 17 Nov - 22 Nov 2025
from NZD $253/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on November 14, 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 14 November, 2025
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 13 Nov 2025chung ban brian c.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarWellington City
- 13 Oct 2025jackie g.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarWellington City
- 12 Oct 2025hamish t.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarWellington Ferry Terminal
- 22 Sep 2025teresa i.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarWellington Ferry Terminal
- 06 Sep 2025jenny a.Booked: Mazda CX-5 or similarWellington
- 29 Sep 2025victoria t.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX or similarChristchurch Airport
- 23 Jul 2025daniel k.Booked: Nissan X-Trail or similarAuckland Airport
- 28 Oct 2025sheree h.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarAuckland Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Wellington Ferry Terminal
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, SUV and Wagon/Estate. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots in Wellington Ferry. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, 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 BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
33%
2362
Toyota CorollaIntermediate Car
5
5
2 large, 3 small
Rent withApex, Hertz
2
13%
5354
Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV
5
5
2 large, 3 small
Rent withApex
3
7%
6262
Mazda CX-5Intermediate SUV
5
5
3 small
Rent withBudget
4
7%
8282
Nissan X-TrailIntermediate SUV
5
5
5 small
Rent withAvis
5
7%
5757
Kia SeltosCompact SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
Ford vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Ford Escape
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Hyundai i30
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Hyundai Imax
8
5
3 large, 4 small
ProvidersApex
Hyundai Kona
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Hyundai Kona ElectricElectric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Hyundai Santa Fe
5
5
6 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Hyundai Staria
8
5
6 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia Seltos
5
5
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia Sorento
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
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 Wellington Ferry Terminal
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Avis, Budget
Mitsubishi Pajero
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Nissan vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Nissan X-Trail
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis
Subaru vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Subaru Outback
5
5
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Suzuki Swift
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Tesla vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Tesla Model 3Electric
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Tesla Model 3 ElectricElectric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Toyota CamryHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex, Avis
Toyota Highlander
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Toyota Rav4Hybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
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 Wellington Ferry Terminal
Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Haval H6
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Haval H6 PhevHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mahindra 3xo Ax7l
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mystery Car
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Europcar
“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
14 Nov
$238
$243
15 Nov
$66
$243
16 Nov
$66
$243
17 Nov
$55
$243
18 Nov
$66
$243
19 Nov
$55
$243
20 Nov
$66
$243
Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 Nov
$253
$258
15 Nov
$65
$258
16 Nov
$56
$258
17 Nov
$54
$258
18 Nov
$65
$258
19 Nov
$54
$258
20 Nov
$53
$258
Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 Nov
$65
$307
15 Nov
$56
$369
16 Nov
$68
$369
17 Nov
$63
$347
18 Nov
$73
$369
19 Nov
$63
$369
20 Nov
$58
$347
Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 Nov
$154
$386
15 Nov
$73
$444
16 Nov
$73
$444
17 Nov
$68
$422
18 Nov
$81
$444
19 Nov
$68
$444
20 Nov
$64
$422
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 Nov
$165
$165
15 Nov
$134
$134
16 Nov
$137
$137
17 Nov
$132
$143
18 Nov
$143
$143
19 Nov
$126
$145
20 Nov
$131
$131
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 Nov
$258
$273
15 Nov
$258
$273
16 Nov
$258
$273
17 Nov
$243
$273
18 Nov
$258
$273
19 Nov
$243
$273
20 Nov
$258
$273
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 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
15 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
16 Nov
$383
$429
17 Nov
$315
$373
18 Nov
$376
$385
19 Nov
$336
$420
20 Nov
$316
$355
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
14 Nov
$155
$155
15 Nov
$123
$123
16 Nov
$122
$122
17 Nov
$117
$127
18 Nov
$127
$127
19 Nov
$112
$129
20 Nov
$122
$122
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 14 November, 2025
Wellington Airport car hire
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Car rental depots in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Wellington City
View details4.7 (14)Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30186 Victoria Street, Te Aro, North Island
Avis Wellington City
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:30, Sat–Sun 08:00–17:00186 Victoria St Te Aro, North Island
Budget Wellington
View details4.9 (7)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30, Sat–Sun 08:00–17:00186 Victoria St Te Aro, North Island
Dollar Wellington Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 12:30–13:30 17:30–18:30Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, North Island
Europcar Wellington Ferry Terminal
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 08:00–17:00Wellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay, North Island
Hertz Wellington Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 12:30–13:30 17:30–18:30Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, North Island
Thrifty Wellington Ferry
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sun 12:30–13:30 17:30–18:30Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, North Island
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 $53 per day for a Compact SUV, up to NZD $422 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 an Electric Car in Wellington Ferry?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between NZD $86 and NZD $102 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car 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 $171 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?
Budget 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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