The motorway bridge across the Coolongolook River between Forster and Tuncurry on the New South Wales north coast.

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Car rental rates in Forster, New South Wales

Set on the mid north coast of New South Wales about two and a half hours north of Newcastle, the popular holiday destination of Forster is situated by the mouth of the Coolongolook River and within easy driving distance of a selection of beautiful beaches.


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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 18, 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 AUD and were last updated on 18 October, 2025

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Quick facts on hiring a car in Forster

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Pick up (double cab) and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsThree car rental depots in Forster.
✅ Rental brandsHertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Forster

Kia vehicles for hire in Forster

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire in Forster

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire in Forster

  • Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Other vehicles for hire in Forster

  • 19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    3

    2

    Providers

    Hertz, Thrifty

    Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

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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 18 October, 2025

Forster daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Oct

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

19 Oct

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

20 Oct

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

21 Oct

$158

$166

Wed

22 Oct

$158

$166

Thu

23 Oct

$158

$166

Fri

24 Oct

$158

$166

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Oct

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

19 Oct

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

20 Oct

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

21 Oct

$177

$177

Wed

22 Oct

$177

$177

Thu

23 Oct

$177

$177

Fri

24 Oct

$171

$177

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Oct

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

19 Oct

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

20 Oct

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

21 Oct

$195

$195

Wed

22 Oct

$195

$195

Thu

23 Oct

$195

$195

Fri

24 Oct

$195

$195

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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 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 18 October, 2025

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Regional airports near Forster

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Car rental depots in Forster

Car hire depots in Forster are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Hertz Forster Downtown

    32 Kularoo Dve, Forster, Nsw NSW, 2428

    Today •Closed

    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

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

  • Sixt Forster

    1/6 Commerce Court, Forster NSW, 2428

    Today •Closed

    monday

    8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    saturday

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

  • Thrifty Forster

    32 Kularoo Dve, Forster NSW, 2428

    Today •Closed

    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

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Forster, New South Wales

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Forster?

    Prices start at AUD $158 per day for an Economy SUV, up to AUD $177 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Forster.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Forster?

    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 Forster 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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