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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.
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Economy SUV
View offerTravel 29 May - 01 Jun 2026
from AUD $158/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 01 Jun - 04 Jun 2026
from AUD $171/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 29 May - 01 Jun 2026
from AUD $194/day
Fullsize Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 29 May - 01 Jun 2026
from AUD $306/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 26, 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 26 May, 2026
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Kempsey
| 🚗 Vehicle types | 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 Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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 26 May, 2026
Kempsey daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 May
$158
$158
$158
$158
27 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
28 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
29 May
$158
$158
$158
$158
30 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
31 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
01 Jun
$158
$158
$158
$158
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 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
27 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
28 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
29 May
$176
$176
$176
$176
30 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
31 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
01 Jun
$171
$176
$171
$176
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 May
$194
$194
$194
$194
27 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
28 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
29 May
$194
$194
$194
$194
30 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
31 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
01 Jun
$194
$194
$194
$194
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 26 May, 2026
Port Macquarie Airport car hire
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Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ).
Car rental depots in Kempsey
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Hertz Kempsey Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Fri 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM, Sun ClosedUnit 14/21/39 Angus Mcneil Cr, New South Wales
Thrifty Kempsey
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Thu 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Fri 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM, Sun ClosedUnit 14/21/39 Angus Mcneil Cr, New South Wales
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Kempsey
How much does it cost to hire a car in Kempsey?
Prices start at AUD $158 per day for an Economy SUV, up to AUD $194 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle 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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