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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.
Economy Car
Kia Picanto or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 17 Sep 2026
from AUD $39/day
Compact Car
MG 3 or similar
View offerTravel 12 Sep - 15 Sep 2026
from AUD $43/day
Intermediate Car
Toyota Corolla or similar
View offerTravel 12 Sep - 15 Sep 2026
from AUD $44/day
Intermediate SUV
Mg Zs or similar
View offerTravel 12 Sep - 15 Sep 2026
from AUD $46/day
Special
Mystery Car - Petrol/Diesel/EV or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from AUD $48/day
Compact SUV
Mazda Cx3 or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from AUD $52/day
Fullsize SUV
Mg Hs or similar
View offerTravel 12 Sep - 15 Sep 2026
from AUD $55/day
Standard SUV
Honda Crv or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from AUD $56/day
Fullsize Car
Toyota Camry or similar
View offerTravel 14 Sep - 21 Sep 2026
from AUD $60/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 11, 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 11 September, 2026
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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
- 10 Sep 2026bernard w.Booked: Mazda CX5 or similarMelbourne Airport
- 27 Jul 2026benjamin s.Booked: Kia Picanto or similarFrankston
- 31 Jul 2026trent m.Booked: Ford Everest or similarDarwin Airport
- 02 Jun 2026thomas m.Booked: MG Core 3 or similarMelbourne Airport
- 30 Aug 2026keith s.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarRockhampton Airport
- 18 Aug 2026lyn c.Booked: Kia Stonic or similarSydney Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Newcastle
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Crossover, 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
33%
$48$162
Kia CeratoIntermediate Car
5
5
2 small
Rent withBudget
2
33%
$50$174
Toyota CorollaIntermediate Car
5
4
1 large, 2 small
Rent withEast Coast, Thrifty
3
11%
$110$110
Mazda CX-5Intermediate SUV
5
4
2 large, 2 small
Rent withThrifty
4
11%
$45$45MG 3Compact Car
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEast Coast
5
11%
$104$104
Toyota Hilux SR Mine SpecFullsize
5
4
2 large, 3 small
Rent withEast Coast
Audi vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Audi Q3 35 TFSI Sportback
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Audi Q5
5
4
3 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
AUDI Q5 INC. GPS
5
4
3 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
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
4 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, East Coast, Sixt, Avis
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
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Mazda 3
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX-3
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz
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
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersBudget
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Subaru vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Subaru Crosstrek
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Sixt
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Avis
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, East Coast, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
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
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, 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
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget
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 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
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Other vehicles for hire in Newcastle
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersEuropcar, 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 11 September, 2026
Newcastle daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$40
$73
12 Sep
$43
$76
13 Sep
$43
$70
14 Sep
$39
$124
15 Sep
$39
$114
16 Sep
$39
$129
17 Sep
$39
$104
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$59
$172
12 Sep
$44
$152
13 Sep
$44
$72
14 Sep
$44
$152
15 Sep
$44
$177
16 Sep
$44
$177
17 Sep
$44
$107
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$52
$90
12 Sep
$67
$92
13 Sep
$74
$82
14 Sep
$60
$209
15 Sep
$83
$208
16 Sep
$78
$209
17 Sep
$95
$121
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$44
$78
12 Sep
$63
$83
13 Sep
$74
$75
14 Sep
$52
$132
15 Sep
$73
$138
16 Sep
$74
$169
17 Sep
$81
$111
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$48
$104
12 Sep
$46
$90
13 Sep
$46
$84
14 Sep
$46
$230
15 Sep
$46
$229
16 Sep
$46
$261
17 Sep
$46
$151
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$54
$299
12 Sep
$55
$154
13 Sep
$55
$133
14 Sep
$55
$342
15 Sep
$55
$342
16 Sep
$55
$342
17 Sep
$55
$342
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$205
$275
12 Sep
$275
$275
13 Sep
$250
$250
14 Sep
$275
$275
15 Sep
$277
$277
16 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
17 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
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
11 Sep
$137
$137
12 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
13 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
14 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
15 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
16 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
17 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
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 11 September, 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
N/A50 Clyde Street
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Budget Newcastle Downtown
4.1 (5)50 Clyde St
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
East Coast Newcastle
4.5 (5)849 Hunter Street
Mon–Fri 07:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, closed Sun
Europcar Newcastle City - Australia
N/AUnit 1 - 42 Riverside Drive
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:00, 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
Sixt Charlestown
N/A272 Pacific Hwy
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 07:30–12:00
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 Newcastle, New South Wales
How much does it cost to hire a car in Newcastle?
For a rental period from 14 September to 17 September 2026, prices range from AUD $39 per day for an Economy Car to AUD $284 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Newcastle.
What is the cheapest car rental in Newcastle?
The cheapest car rental in Newcastle for the rental period from 14 September to 17 September 2026 is a Kia Picanto or similar from East Coast costing AUD $39 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 Newcastle?
Based on our data from over 33,600 rental car bookings in Newcastle over the last 12 months, booking your hire car 12 days beforehand can save you over 10 per cent.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Newcastle?
The price of a minivan hired in Newcastle from 17 September to 20 September 2026 ranges from AUD $120 to AUD $342 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental 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 best car rental company in Newcastle?
Thrifty is our highest-rated car hire provider in Newcastle, 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 Newcastle?
East Coast is the cheapest car rental company in Newcastle, with rates from AUD $39 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. 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 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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