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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 Car
Hyundai I30
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $33/day
Compact SUV
Mitsubishi ASX or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $35/day
Economy Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $38/day
Standard SUV
Hyundai Tucson 2w.d. or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $40/day
Special
Mystery Car - Petrol/Diesel/EV or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $40/day
Intermediate SUV
Nissan Xtrail Aw.d. or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from NZD $42/day
Fullsize SUV
Skoda Kodiaq or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from NZD $65/day
Premium SUV
Ford Everest or similar
View offerTravel 18 Sep - 23 Sep 2026
from NZD $70/day
Premium Ute (double cab)
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy or similar
View offerTravel 17 Sep - 20 Sep 2026
from NZD $71/day
Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 15, 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 15 September, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 10 Jul 2026dorothy a.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarWellington
- 09 Sep 2026jan m.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarNelson Airport
- 27 Aug 2026tracy h.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarAuckland City
- 14 Aug 2026carl m.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarAuckland City
- 29 May 2026patrick s.Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similarAuckland International Airport
- 25 Aug 2026david k.Booked: Mystery Car or similarAuckland International Airport
- 29 Aug 2026michael b.Booked: Kia Seltos or similarAuckland Airport
- 03 Sep 2026sean f.Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similarChristchurch International Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Wellington Ferry Terminal
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 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
41%
2568
Mystery CarSpecial
5
4
Rent withBudget
2
24%
4559
Kia SeltosCompact SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withThrifty
3
12%
5152
Mitsubishi OutlanderIntermediate SUV
5
5
1 large, 5 small
Rent withBudget, Thrifty
4
6%
6868
Kia Sportage (J6)Intermediate SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Rent withHertz
5
6%
6666
Mazda 3Compact Car
5
5
2 small
Rent withAvis
Ford vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Avis, Budget, Hertz
Ford Everest (M)
7
4
2 small
ProvidersHertz
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
Honda Zr-v Sport
5
4
2 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, Apex, Hertz
Hyundai Santa Fe (H)
7
4
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 (K)
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 Niro Hybrid (G2)Hybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos (G)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Sorento
5
5
5 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Europcar
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Sportage (J6)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Stonic
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic (D)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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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
Mitsubishi Outlander (I)
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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
Polestar 2 (E2)Electric
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Renault vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Renault Master Mini Bus
12
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
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 (B2)
5
4
1 small
ProvidersHertz
Suzuki Swift HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal
Toyota RAV-4 HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV-4 Hybrid (J2)Hybrid
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
12 Seat Bus (X)
12
2
12 large
ProvidersHertz
Chery Tiggo 4 Ultimate
5
4
2 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
Premium DC 4WD Lid Canopy (U4)
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
“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 car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$38
$257
16 Sep
$44
$62
17 Sep
$44
$66
18 Sep
$33
$110
19 Sep
$44
$62
20 Sep
$36
$109
21 Sep
$44
$63
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
15 Sep
$48
$277
16 Sep
$45
$78
17 Sep
$45
$69
18 Sep
$35
$117
19 Sep
$45
$71
20 Sep
$38
$117
21 Sep
$45
$213
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$49
$333
16 Sep
$55
$76
17 Sep
$55
$344
18 Sep
$42
$336
19 Sep
$55
$344
20 Sep
$45
$344
21 Sep
$54
$337
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$62
$373
16 Sep
$52
$344
17 Sep
$52
$384
18 Sep
$40
$376
19 Sep
$52
$384
20 Sep
$43
$384
21 Sep
$52
$377
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$71
$398
16 Sep
$98
$210
17 Sep
$71
$409
18 Sep
$70
$401
19 Sep
$81
$409
20 Sep
$71
$409
21 Sep
$102
$210
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$291
$315
16 Sep
$291
$315
17 Sep
$291
$306
18 Sep
$275
$299
19 Sep
$275
$291
20 Sep
$275
$291
21 Sep
$291
$315
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
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 Sep
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
17 Sep
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
18 Sep
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
19 Sep
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
20 Sep
$305
$323
21 Sep
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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Sep
$71
$175
16 Sep
$121
$140
17 Sep
$71
$135
18 Sep
$71
$135
19 Sep
$71
$135
20 Sep
$71
$135
21 Sep
$114
$135
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 15 September, 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 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 Wellington
4.9 (7)186 Victoria St Te Aro
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30, w/e 08:00–17:00
Dollar Wellington Downtown
N/A38-44 Hania St, Wellington
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–17:00Dollar Wellington Ferry
N/AInterislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea
Mon–Sun 12:30–18:30
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 12:30–18:30
Thrifty Wellington Downtown
4.2 (8)38-44 Hania St, Wellington
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–17:00Thrifty Wellington Ferry
N/AInterislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea
Mon–Sun 12:30–18:30
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 rental period from 18 September to 25 September 2026, prices range from NZD $33 per day for a Compact Car to NZD $277 per day for a Premium 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 for the rental period from 18 September to 25 September 2026 is a Hyundai I30 from Apex costing NZD $33 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’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 28 days beforehand can save you over 35 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Wellington Ferry?
The price of a minivan hired in Wellington Ferry from 18 September to 21 September 2026 ranges from NZD $65 to NZD $401 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental 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 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?
Thrifty is the cheapest car rental company in Wellington Ferry, with rates from NZD $46 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. 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.
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