The easiest way to book a car rental at Wellington Ferry Terminal
Great value rental cars from Wellington Ferry Terminal’s most trusted car hire providers
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 Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $37/day
Special
Mystery Car - Petrol/Diesel/EV or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $37/day
Compact SUV
Kia Stonic or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $38/day
Economy Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $38/day
Intermediate SUV
Mg Zs Excite or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $45/day
Standard SUV
Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $51/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $63/day
Fullsize SUV
Skoda Kodiaq or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 02 Nov 2026
from NZD $66/day
Premium SUV
Ford Everest or similar
View offerTravel 30 Oct - 06 Nov 2026
from NZD $67/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 27, 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 27 October, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 20 Sep 2026alistair f.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarWellington Downtown
- 10 Jul 2026dorothy a.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarWellington
- 16 Sep 2026cameron w.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarNew Plymouth Airport
- 07 Sep 2026jessica d.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarChristchurch Airport
- 09 Sep 2026tim m.Booked: Ford Mustang or similarChristchurch Airport
- 22 Oct 2026sean l.Booked: Mercedes GLA 200 or similarChristchurch Airport
- 12 Aug 2026david f.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarQueenstown Downtown
- 16 Aug 2026tangimeimoana t.Booked: Ford Everest or similarAuckland Domestic Airport Shuttle
We ask users of our booking service to review it after they've completed their reservation. We present a selection of reviews on this page. Our review scores are calculated by averaging the scores of all the reviews that we collect. We don't publish reviews that violate our guidelines. To learn more about guidelines and our reviews generally, visit Terms and Conditions.
Learn more about our reviews.
WE COMPARE CAR HIRE
Unlock Wellington Ferry Terminal with car hire made simple
VroomVroomVroom makes comparing car hire quick and easy, getting you great rates from New Zealand’s leading rental providers, including Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and Thrifty.
Search, book, drive.
Secure the perfect ride in 2 minutes.
Car rental experts
A friendly customer care team who are here to help
Not just New Zealand
Find a car in 190+ countries, including the Australia, Canada, UK, and USA
Quick facts on hiring a car at Wellington Ferry Terminal
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Ten 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
14%
3338
Kia StonicCompact Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
2
14%
76223
Mazda 3Compact Car
5
5
2 small
Rent withBudget
3
14%
4868Mitsubishi OutlanderStandard SUV
5
4
3 small
Rent withEuropcar
4
7%
3636
Hyundai I30Compact Car
5
4
2 large, 1 small
Rent withApex
5
7%
8383
Kia Niro HybridCompact SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
Ford vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Ford Everest
7
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Ford Ranger 4wd (inc Canopy)
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Honda vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Honda Cr-v Awd
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Hyundai I30
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersApex
Hyundai Santa Fe
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Hertz, Apex
HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRIDHybrid
7
4
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Hyundai Tucson
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Kia vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Kia Carnival
8
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
5
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Sorento
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Europcar
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
MG vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Mg Hs Excite PhevHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mg Zs Excite
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Mitsubishi ASX
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Nissan vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Nissan Xtrail Aw.d.
5
5
4 large, 3 small
ProvidersApex
Polestar vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Skoda vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
2 small
ProvidersThrifty
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Suzuki Jimny
4
3
1 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki Jimny 5dr
4
4
1 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki Swift
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Suzuki Swift HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
TOYOTA RAV-4 HYBRIDHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Other vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
12 Seat Bus
12
4
12 large
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Chery Tiggo 7Hybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Cy Tiggo 9Hybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hv H6 Ultra Phev 2wdHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mystery Car
5
4
ProvidersBudget, Europcar
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, 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
Wellington Ferry Terminal daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact SUV
Price range over the past 12 months for an intermediate SUV
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$38
$240
28 Oct
$51
$181
29 Oct
$46
$181
30 Oct
$38
$181
31 Oct
$46
$181
01 Nov
$47
$181
02 Nov
$67
$302
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$45
$120
28 Oct
$50
$105
29 Oct
$50
$105
30 Oct
$45
$105
31 Oct
$50
$105
01 Nov
$49
$105
02 Nov
$70
$355
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$51
$160
28 Oct
$61
$145
29 Oct
$57
$145
30 Oct
$51
$145
31 Oct
$57
$145
01 Nov
$60
$145
02 Nov
$72
$430
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$67
$185
28 Oct
$114
$170
29 Oct
$73
$170
30 Oct
$67
$170
31 Oct
$72
$170
01 Nov
$76
$170
02 Nov
$117
$455
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$37
$66
28 Oct
$47
$60
29 Oct
$42
$60
30 Oct
$37
$65
31 Oct
$42
$74
01 Nov
$41
$82
02 Nov
$63
$293
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$291
$320
28 Oct
$291
$320
29 Oct
$291
$320
30 Oct
$288
$309
31 Oct
$288
$291
01 Nov
$288
$291
02 Nov
$291
$320
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$323
$355
28 Oct
$323
$355
29 Oct
$323
$355
30 Oct
$320
$323
31 Oct
$320
$323
01 Nov
$320
$323
02 Nov
$323
$355
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
27 Oct
$69
$154
28 Oct
$126
$139
29 Oct
$75
$88
30 Oct
$63
$88
31 Oct
$75
$88
01 Nov
$69
$88
02 Nov
$143
$157
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 27 October, 2026
Wellington Airport car hire
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).
Car rental depots in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Apex Car Rentals Wellington City
4.7 (15)186 Victoria Street, Te Aro
Mon–Sun 08:00–16:30
Avis Wellington City
N/A186 Victoria St Te Aro
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30, w/e 08:00–17:00
Budget Car Rental Wellington
4.9 (7)186 Victoria St Te Aro
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30, w/e 08:00–17:00
Dollar Car Rental Wellington Downtown
N/A38-44 Hania St, Wellington
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–17:00Dollar Car Rental Wellington Ferry
N/AInterislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea
Mon–Sun 12:30–13:30 & 17:30–18:30
Europcar Wellington Ferry Terminal
N/AWellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay
Mon–Sun 08:00–17:00
Hertz Wellington Downtown
4.7 (5)38-44 Hania St, Wellington
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–17:00Hertz Wellington Ferry
N/AInterislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea
Mon–Sun 12:30–13:30 & 17:30–18:30
Thrifty Car Rental Wellington Downtown
4.2 (8)38-44 Hania St, Wellington
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–17:00Thrifty Car Rental Wellington Ferry
N/AInterislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea
Mon–Sun 12:30–13:30 & 17:30–18:30
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car at Wellington Ferry Terminal
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wellington Ferry?
For a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026, prices range from NZD $42 per day for a Compact car to NZD $66 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Wellington Ferry.
What is the cheapest car rental in Wellington Ferry?
The cheapest car rental in Wellington Ferry is a Compact car from NZD $42 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car in Wellington Ferry?
Booking your hire car in Wellington Ferry 10 days beforehand can save you over 20 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Wellington Ferry?
A minivan hired in Wellington Ferry starts from NZD $288 per day before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Wellington Ferry.
What is the best car rental company in Wellington Ferry?
Budget is our highest-rated car hire provider in Wellington Ferry, scoring an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Wellington Ferry?
Europcar is the cheapest car rental company in Wellington Ferry, with rates from NZD $42 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 28 October and 3 November 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from New Zealand’s most respected rental car providers.
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.
Have a question we haven’t answered?
