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  • Budget
  • Dollar
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty

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.

  • EuropcarCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From NZD $45/day

    for 12 Jul - 15 Jul 2025
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  • ApexCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From NZD $47/day

    for 14 Jul - 19 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • EuropcarIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From NZD $53/day

    for 12 Jul - 15 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • BudgetSpecial
    Special

    From NZD $54/day

    for 17 Jul - 20 Jul 2025
    View offer
  • EuropcarStandard SUV
    Standard SUV

    From NZD $58/day

    for 12 Jul - 15 Jul 2025
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  • EuropcarFullsize Wagon/Estate
    Fullsize Wagon/Estate

    From NZD $62/day

    for 17 Jul - 20 Jul 2025
    View offer

Showing 6 of 10 offers

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Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 11, 2025 by an Australian 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 11 July, 2025

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Our customers have rated their Wellington Ferry Terminal car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(194 reviews)
  • 05 Apr 2025

    Fast

    richard sidey p.
    Booked: Mystery Car - Petrol/diesel/ev or similar
    Wellington Ferry Terminal
    Mystery Car - Petrol/diesel/ev or similar
  • 16 Mar 2025

    Happy with the smooth booking experience

    ankur s.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Wellington Ferry Terminal
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 11 Jun 2025

    Great. And exciting.

    virginia b.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Auckland Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 05 May 2025

    Easy to use - prices are fair. I like pay at counter.

    nick g.
    Booked: Polestar 2 or similar
    Christchurch Airport
    Polestar 2 or similar
  • 03 Jul 2025

    simple and easy

    alison c.
    Booked: Hyundai i30 or similar
    Hamilton Airport
    Hyundai i30 or similar
  • 08 May 2025

    easy and quick

    rachel w.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
    Christchurch Downtown
    Mitsubishi Outlander or similar
  • 24 Mar 2025

    too easy and very competitive in price

    bruce m.
    Booked: Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Toyota Rav4 4w.d. or similar
  • 30 Mar 2025

    Very smooth user interface, convenient experience, thank you!

    bartosz s.
    Booked: Skoda Kodiaq or similar
    Queenstown Airport
    Skoda Kodiaq or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car at Wellington Ferry Terminal

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van, SUV and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsSeven car rental depots in Wellington Ferry.
✅ Rental brandsApex, 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 Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    25%

    42
    64
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty, Europcar

  • 2

    19%

    41
    128
    Mitsubishi Asx

    Mitsubishi AsxIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Europcar, Apex

  • 3

    9%

    41
    67
    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai KonaCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 4

    9%

    40
    51
    Kia Seltos

    Kia SeltosCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 5

    6%

    73
    76
    Skoda Kodiaq

    Skoda KodiaqFullsize SUV

    7

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Ford vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Hyundai Imax

    Hyundai Imax

    8

    5

    3 large, 4 small

    Providers

    Apex

  • Hyundai Ioniq

    Hyundai Ioniq

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

  • Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

    Hyundai Kona Electric

    Hyundai Kona ElectricElectric

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

  • Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe

    5

    5

    6 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

    Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    6 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Kia Sorento

    Kia Sorento

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mazda vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Mitsubishi Asx

    Mitsubishi Asx

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

  • Mitsubishi Pajero

    Mitsubishi Pajero

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Nissan vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    5 small

    Providers

    Avis

Renault vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Renault Master Mini Bus

    Renault Master Mini Bus

    12

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Subaru vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Subaru Outback

    Subaru Outback

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    4

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Tesla vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Tesla Model 3

    Tesla Model 3Electric

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Tesla Model 3 Electric

    Tesla Model 3 ElectricElectric

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

Toyota vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry Hybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Toyota Corolla Gx Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla Gx Hybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex, Avis

    Toyota Highlander

    Toyota Highlander

    5

    5

    4 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

  • Toyota Rav4 4w.d.

    Toyota Rav4 4w.d.

    5

    5

    4 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Apex

    Toyota Rav4 Gx Hybrid

    Toyota Rav4 Gx HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Toyota Yaris Gx Hybrid

    Toyota Yaris Gx HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Other vehicles for hire in Wellington Ferry Terminal

  • Gwm Tank 300

    Gwm Tank 300

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Haval H6 Premium

    Haval H6 Premium

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Budget

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“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

Today

11 Jul

$45

$68

Sat

12 Jul

$45

$243

Sun

13 Jul

$45

$243

Mon

14 Jul

$45

$79

Tue

15 Jul

$45

$78

Wed

16 Jul

$45

$76

Thu

17 Jul

$45

$60

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

$70

$138

Sat

12 Jul

$138

$248

Sun

13 Jul

$107

$248

Mon

14 Jul

$72

$107

Tue

15 Jul

$81

$138

Wed

16 Jul

$65

$180

Thu

17 Jul

$64

$138

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

$153

$153

Sat

12 Jul

$153

$153

Sun

13 Jul

$123

$123

Mon

14 Jul

$113

$123

Tue

15 Jul

$153

$153

Wed

16 Jul

$85

$194

Thu

17 Jul

$153

$153

Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

$47

$70

Sat

12 Jul

$47

$258

Sun

13 Jul

$47

$258

Mon

14 Jul

$47

$63

Tue

15 Jul

$57

$71

Wed

16 Jul

$47

$71

Thu

17 Jul

$47

$65

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

$53

$91

Sat

12 Jul

$53

$290

Sun

13 Jul

$53

$290

Mon

14 Jul

$57

$100

Tue

15 Jul

$70

$94

Wed

16 Jul

$58

$164

Thu

17 Jul

$53

$88

Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

$58

$181

Sat

12 Jul

$58

$365

Sun

13 Jul

$58

$365

Mon

14 Jul

$62

$175

Tue

15 Jul

$83

$169

Wed

16 Jul

$63

$239

Thu

17 Jul

$58

$163

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

$84

$88

Sat

12 Jul

$267

$273

Sun

13 Jul

$267

$273

Mon

14 Jul

$70

$78

Tue

15 Jul

$66

$77

Wed

16 Jul

$60

$79

Thu

17 Jul

$66

$80

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

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

Sat

12 Jul

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

Sun

13 Jul

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

Mon

14 Jul

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

Tue

15 Jul

$284

$378

Wed

16 Jul

$200

$378

Thu

17 Jul

$316

$366

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

11 Jul

$96

$96

Sat

12 Jul

$96

$96

Sun

13 Jul

$96

$96

Mon

14 Jul

$63

$87

Tue

15 Jul

$87

$87

Wed

16 Jul

$63

$85

Thu

17 Jul

$62

$62

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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 11 July, 2025

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Car rental depots at Wellington Ferry Terminal

Car hire depots in Wellington Ferry Terminal are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Apex Wellington City

    186 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    4.78 • 13 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Avis Wellington City

    186 Victoria St Te Aro, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Budget Wellington

    186 Victoria St Te Aro, Wellington Ni NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    4.91 • 7 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Dollar Wellington Ferry

    Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington N.i NI, 6011

    Today •1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    Today •5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    monday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    tuesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    wednesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    thursday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    friday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    saturday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    sunday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

  • Europcar Wellington Ferry Terminal

    Wellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    3.30 • 2 ratings

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    2

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    3

    Presentation

  • Hertz Wellington Ferry

    Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington NI, 6011

    Today •1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    Today •5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    monday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    tuesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    wednesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    thursday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    friday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    saturday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    sunday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

  • Thrifty Wellington Ferry

    Interislander Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington N.i. NI, 6011

    Today •1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    Today •5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    monday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    tuesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    wednesday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    thursday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    friday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    saturday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    sunday

    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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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 $45 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $365 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 $60 and NZD $79 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 $200 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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