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Car rental rates in Kempsey, New South Wales
The riverside town of Kempsey is located midway along the Pacific Highway between Sydney and Brisbane, making it one of a number of spots that are ideal for breaking up a road trip.
Let VroomVroomVroom make searching, comparing and booking an affordable hire car for pick up in Kempsey easy. With our easy to use search function you can search for and book your hire car in as little as two minutes.
Compact Car
Toyota Corolla or similar
View offerTravel 04 Sep - 07 Sep 2026
from AUD $81/day
Economy SUV
Mazda CX-3 or similar
View offerTravel 04 Sep - 07 Sep 2026
from AUD $84/day
Compact SUV
Mazda CX-30 or similar
View offerTravel 04 Sep - 07 Sep 2026
from AUD $88/day
Intermediate SUV
Mazda CX5 or similar
View offerTravel 04 Sep - 07 Sep 2026
from AUD $102/day
Fullsize Ute (double cab)
Dual Cab 4WD or similar
View offerTravel 04 Sep - 07 Sep 2026
from AUD $161/day
Premium SUV
Toyota Landcruiser Prado or similar
View offerTravel 04 Sep - 07 Sep 2026
from AUD $183/day
Fullsize Commercial Van/Truck
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift or similar
View offerTravel 07 Sep - 10 Sep 2026
from AUD $314/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 02, 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 02 September, 2026
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- 14 Aug 2026rod g.Booked: Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD or similarWest Melbourne
- 05 Jul 2026steve g.Booked: Kia Carnival or similarDarwin Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Kempsey
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots in Kempsey. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Kempsey
Kia vehicles for hire in Kempsey
Kia Sportage
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda vehicles for hire in Kempsey
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Kempsey
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Other vehicles for hire in Kempsey
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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 02 September, 2026
Kempsey daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Sep
$88
$95
03 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
04 Sep
$81
$88
05 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
06 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
07 Sep
$88
$95
08 Sep
$88
$95
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Sep
$92
$115
03 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
04 Sep
$84
$92
05 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
06 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
07 Sep
$97
$115
08 Sep
$97
$115
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Sep
$114
$143
03 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
04 Sep
$102
$154
05 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
06 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
07 Sep
$114
$154
08 Sep
$114
$154
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Sep
$183
$192
03 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
04 Sep
$183
$192
05 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
06 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
07 Sep
$183
$192
08 Sep
$192
$192
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
02 Sep
$161
$169
03 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
04 Sep
$161
$169
05 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
06 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
07 Sep
$161
$169
08 Sep
$161
$169
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 02 September, 2026
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Car rental depots in Kempsey
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Hertz Kempsey Downtown
N/AUnit 14/21/39 Angus Mcneil Cr
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30 (Fri to 14:30), Sat 08:00–09:00, closed Sun
Thrifty Kempsey
N/AUnit 14/21/39 Angus Mcneil Cr
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30 (Fri to 14:30), Sat 08:00–09:00, closed Sun
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Kempsey
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kempsey?
For a rental period from 4 September to 7 September 2026, prices range from AUD $81 per day for a Compact Car to AUD $192 per day for a Premium SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Kempsey.
What is the cheapest car rental in Kempsey?
The cheapest car rental in Kempsey for the rental period from 4 September to 7 September 2026 is a Toyota Corolla or similar from Thrifty costing AUD $81 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 Kempsey?
Based on our data from over 6,500 rental car bookings in Kempsey over the last 12 months, booking your hire car 28 days beforehand can save you over 40 per cent.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Kempsey?
A minivan hired in Kempsey from 4 September to 7 September 2026 costs AUD $183 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Kempsey.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Kempsey?
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 Kempsey 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.
Can I pick up my hire car in Kempsey and drop it off somewhere else?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Port Macquarie and drop off in another location. However, there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking by your supplier. To avoid surprises, we add this charge to the total cost displayed in our search engine.
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