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Car rental rates in Merewether, New South Wales
The Newcastle beach suburb of Merewether is popular among locals and tourists alike, both for its beautiful coastline and easy access to the hinterland, including the Hunter Valley wine region.
Let VroomVroomVroom make searching, comparing and booking an affordable hire car for pick up in Merewether easy. With our easy to use search function you can search for and book your hire car in as little as two minutes.
Economy Car
Kia Picanto or similar
View offerTravel 19 Oct - 22 Oct 2026
from AUD $39/day
Compact Car
MG 3 or similar
View offerTravel 19 Oct - 22 Oct 2026
from AUD $43/day
Intermediate Car
Toyota Corolla or similar
View offerTravel 19 Oct - 22 Oct 2026
from AUD $44/day
Intermediate SUV
Mg Zs or similar
View offerTravel 19 Oct - 22 Oct 2026
from AUD $46/day
Fullsize SUV
Mg Hs or similar
View offerTravel 19 Oct - 22 Oct 2026
from AUD $55/day
Compact SUV
Kia Stonic or similar
View offerTravel 18 Oct - 21 Oct 2026
from AUD $67/day
Standard Car
Kia Cerato Sedan or similar
View offerTravel 18 Oct - 21 Oct 2026
from AUD $74/day
Special
Mystery Vehicle - Auto or similar
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 26 Oct 2026
from AUD $76/day
Fullsize Car
Toyota Camry Sedan or similar
View offerTravel 23 Oct - 26 Oct 2026
from AUD $77/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 17, 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 17 October, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 04 Aug 2026scott s.Booked: Toyota Cross Hybrid or similarNewcastle
- 23 Jun 2026nicole g.Booked: Toyota Cross Hybrid or similarNewcastle
- 11 Sep 2026suzanne r.Booked: Toyota Kluger or similarMount Isa Airport
- 14 Jul 2026philip m.Booked: Mystery Car or similarBrisbane Airport
- 10 Aug 2026joseph w.Booked: Kia Picanto or similarMelbourne Airport
- 10 Aug 2026john f.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarBayswater (Metro)
- 20 Aug 2026jamie c.Booked: Mystery Car or similarMelbourne Airport
- 05 Aug 2026peter s.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarPerth Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Merewether
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Five car rental depots in Merewether. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, East Coast, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Merewether
Audi vehicles for hire in Merewether
Audi Q3 35 TFSI Sportback
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
AUDI Q5 INC. GPS
5
4
3 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Merewether
Hyundai Staria
8
5
4 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Merewether
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, East Coast, Hertz
Kia Carnival HybridHybrid
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Merewether
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
MG vehicles for hire in Merewether
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
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Merewether
Mitsubishi Pajero
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersBudget
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Merewether
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Merewether
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Hertz
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz, East Coast
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Cross HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Hilux SR Mine Spec
5
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Toyota Kluger
7
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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Other vehicles for hire in Merewether
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Budget
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 17 October, 2026
Merewether daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Oct
$56
$81
18 Oct
$61
$71
19 Oct
$39
$127
20 Oct
$39
$112
21 Oct
$39
$106
22 Oct
$39
$90
23 Oct
$39
$69
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Oct
$61
$83
18 Oct
$64
$82
19 Oct
$44
$138
20 Oct
$44
$123
21 Oct
$44
$117
22 Oct
$44
$100
23 Oct
$44
$80
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Oct
$71
$98
18 Oct
$74
$85
19 Oct
$136
$147
20 Oct
$78
$126
21 Oct
$114
$125
22 Oct
$86
$107
23 Oct
$76
$87
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Oct
$62
$90
18 Oct
$67
$84
19 Oct
$135
$146
20 Oct
$77
$148
21 Oct
$114
$124
22 Oct
$85
$96
23 Oct
$68
$85
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Oct
$71
$113
18 Oct
$76
$92
19 Oct
$46
$162
20 Oct
$46
$155
21 Oct
$122
$154
22 Oct
$85
$121
23 Oct
$83
$100
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 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
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
19 Oct
$55
$55
20 Oct
$55
$55
21 Oct
$55
$55
22 Oct
$55
$55
23 Oct
$55
$55
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 17 October, 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).
Car rental depots in Merewether
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Newcastle Downtown
N/A50 Clyde Street
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Budget Newcastle
4.1 (5)50 Clyde St (Metro)
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
East Coast Newcastle
4.5 (5)849 Hunter Street
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, closed Sun
Hertz Newcastle Downtown
N/A11b/50 Clyde Street
Mon–Fri 07:00–17:00, w/e 07:00–12:00
Thrifty Newcastle
4.6 (3)11b/50 Clyde Street
Mon–Fri 07:00–17:00, w/e 07:00–12:00
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Merewether
How much does it cost to hire a car in Merewether?
For a 3-day rental with pickup between 18 and 24 October 2026, prices range from AUD $39 per day for an Economy car to AUD $75 per day for a Fullsize car. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Merewether.
What is the cheapest car rental in Merewether?
The cheapest car rental in Merewether is an Economy car from AUD $39 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 18 and 24 October 2026. 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 Merewether?
Booking your hire car in Merewether 3 days beforehand can save you over 4 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Merewether?
The highest-rated rental car in Merewether is Toyota Cross Hybrid or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the best car rental company in Merewether?
Thrifty is our highest-rated car hire provider in Merewether, scoring an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Merewether?
East Coast is the cheapest car rental company in Merewether, with rates from AUD $39 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 18 and 24 October 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Merewether?
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 Merewether 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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