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Car rental rates in Newcastle, New South Wales
Located around two hours drive from the New South Wales capital of Sydney, Newcastle is a terrific destination to add to your self-drive holiday. Nearby lie beautiful beaches, national parks, and of course, the famous wineries of the Hunter Valley.
Renting a car from Newcastle is easy with VroomVroomVroom. Use our simple to use price comparison tool to compare the latest car rental rates and select a competitive hire car from our range of well-respected providers — it can take as little as two minutes.
Compact Car
View offerTravel 14 May - 17 May 2026
from AUD $46/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 11 May - 14 May 2026
from AUD $47/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 11 May - 14 May 2026
from AUD $50/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 15 May - 20 May 2026
from AUD $53/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 15 May - 18 May 2026
from AUD $54/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 16 May - 19 May 2026
from AUD $57/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 15 May - 20 May 2026
from AUD $59/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 16 May - 19 May 2026
from AUD $61/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 15 May - 20 May 2026
from AUD $63/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 10, 2026 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 AUD and were last updated on 10 May, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 08 May 2026terry g.Booked: MG 3 or similarNewcastle
- 18 Mar 2026guy d.Booked: Toyota Kluger Hybrid or similarNewcastle
- 11 Jan 2026jarrod e.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarGold Coast Airport
- 03 Mar 2026joanne l.Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similarMelbourne Airport
- 11 Feb 2026gerard james c.Booked: MG 3 or similarGold Coast Airport
- 20 Feb 2026elizabeth l.Booked: Volkswagen Polo or similarRockhampton Airport
- 28 Feb 2026lloyd p.Booked: Skoda Scala Select or similarCairns Domestic Airport
- 20 Feb 2026antony d.Booked: Toyota Kluger or similarHobart Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Newcastle
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Seven car rental depots in Newcastle. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, East Coast, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Newcastle
Popular rental car models in Newcastle last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
25%
$109$110
Small Moving Truck - IsuzuStandard Commercial Van/Truck
3
2
Rent withSixt
2
13%
$150$150
Kia CarnivalFullsize Passenger Van
8
5
2 large, 2 small
Rent withHertz
3
13%
$95$95
Mazda CX-5Intermediate SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
4
13%
$37$37
MG3 CoreCompact Car
5
4
2 small
Rent withEuropcar
5
13%
$50$50
MG 3Compact Car
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEast Coast
Honda vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Honda CR-V
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Kia Carnival
8
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast, Sixt, Avis, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia K4
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Kia Sportage
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Europcar
MG vehicles for hire in Newcastle
MG 3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Mg Hs
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Mg Zs
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast
MG3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Subaru vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Subaru Crosstrek
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt, Europcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Avis, Budget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Avis
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis
Toyota Corolla Ascent
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Sixt
Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Europcar
Toyota Hilux SR Mine Spec
5
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Showing 10 of 17 vehicles
Other vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Europcar
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. 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 AUD and were last updated on 10 May, 2026
Newcastle daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Price range over the past 12 months for a intermediate car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
$47
$47
11 May
$47
$72
12 May
$47
$85
13 May
$47
$85
14 May
$46
$85
15 May
$46
$71
16 May
$46
$71
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
$53
$53
11 May
$50
$177
12 May
$50
$177
13 May
$50
$177
14 May
$52
$95
15 May
$52
$177
16 May
$50
$177
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
$71
$94
11 May
$71
$135
12 May
$71
$142
13 May
$66
$133
14 May
$80
$93
15 May
$63
$104
16 May
$75
$82
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
$56
$58
11 May
$61
$67
12 May
$78
$81
13 May
$57
$79
14 May
$64
$65
15 May
$53
$78
16 May
$53
$77
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
$62
$81
11 May
$59
$115
12 May
$68
$122
13 May
$67
$146
14 May
$59
$110
15 May
$59
$98
16 May
$57
$98
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
$93
$93
11 May
$93
$109
12 May
$97
$104
13 May
$95
$122
14 May
$64
$104
15 May
$59
$125
16 May
$61
$125
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
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 May
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 May
$151
$151
13 May
$119
$143
14 May
$92
$92
15 May
$92
$110
16 May
$92
$92
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
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 May
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 May
$282
$285
13 May
$141
$285
14 May
$142
$285
15 May
$141
$285
16 May
$142
$285
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
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 May
$90
$90
12 May
$90
$90
13 May
$90
$90
14 May
$95
$95
15 May
$95
$95
16 May
$90
$90
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
10 May
$83
$83
11 May
$97
$97
12 May
$93
$93
13 May
$90
$93
14 May
$93
$93
15 May
$75
$79
16 May
$74
$74
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 AUD 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 AUD and were last updated on 10 May, 2026
Newcastle Airport car hire
Are you flying into Newcastle?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Newcastle Airport (NTL).
Regional airports near Newcastle
Local expert tips for hiring a car in Newcastle
Watch your speed
The speed limit in most areas of Newcastle generally sits between 60km/h and 70km/h, though be aware of the many 40km/h school zones across the city. Always drive to the signposted speed limit and conditions of the road.
Peak hour traffic
Due to the condensed nature of Newcastle’s layout, getting from place to place is relatively easy, and busy traffic won’t be a worry except during morning and evening peak times.
Parking
Be sure to check the parking signs for time limits along popular strips like Darby Street, Beaumont Street, and Newcastle Foreshore to avoid parking tickets.
Flexible one-way car rentals
Planning to get a one-way car rental for an interstate trip? You can book a hire car in Newcastle and return it to another location. Just untick the “Return to the same location” option in our search form and select your preferred return location.
Hitting the Hunter?
For a smooth, quick drive out to the Hunter Valley and surrounding towns, head out via Wallsend and follow Newcastle Link Road onto the recently constructed Hunter Expressway.
Save on fuel cost
Newcastle’s best fuel prices can be found using our free fuel price comparison app.
Car rental depots in Newcastle
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Newcastle Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM50 Clyde Street, New South Wales
Budget Newcastle
View details4.1 (5)Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM50 Clyde St (Metro), New South Wales
East Coast Newcastle
View details4.5 (5)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sun Closed849 Hunter Street, New South Wales
Europcar Newcastle City - Australia
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun ClosedUnit 1 - 42 Riverside Drive, New South Wales
Hertz Newcastle Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM11b/50 Clyde Street, New South Wales
Sixt Charlestown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM272 Pacific Hwy, New South Wales
Thrifty Newcastle
View details4.6 (3)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM11b/50 Clyde Street, New South Wales
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Newcastle, New South Wales
How much does it cost to hire a car in Newcastle?
Prices start at AUD $44 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $125 per day for a Standard SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Newcastle.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Newcastle?
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 between AUD $84 and AUD $285 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Newcastle.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Newcastle?
The highest-rated rental car in Newcastle is Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Newcastle?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Newcastle, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Newcastle?
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 Newcastle 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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