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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.

  • East CoastEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From $46/day

    for 14 Jul - 17 Jul 2025
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  • ThriftyCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $51/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $52/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • BudgetCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From $56/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • ThriftyIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From $60/day

    for 11 Jul - 14 Jul 2025
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  • EuropcarSpecial
    Special

    From $61/day

    for 16 Jul - 19 Jul 2025
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Showing 6 of 16 offers

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 10, 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 10 July, 2025

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Our customers have rated their Newcastle car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(277 reviews)
  • 12 May 2025

    VERY EASY TO BOOK THROUGH THIS PLATFORM

    mark k.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Newcastle
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 08 Apr 2025

    Simple and easy to follow.

    michael b.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Newcastle
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 30 Jun 2025

    remindr call when i forgot to finalise payment

    michael a.
    Booked: Mazda CX-9 or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Mazda CX-9 or similar
  • 30 Jun 2025

    Great price, easy to check multiple sites. Thank you !

    jeremy s.
    Booked: Standard SUV
    Hobart Airport
    Standard SUV
  • 04 Jul 2025

    Simple and straightforward, no hidden nasties !

    neale h.
    Booked: Kia K4 or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Kia K4 or similar
  • 06 Jul 2025

    Easy to use, clear info at a glance, instant confirmation

    orien h.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 07 Jul 2025

    It was quite easy to navigate

    ingrid m.
    Booked: Mazda CX5 or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Mazda CX5 or similar
  • 07 Jul 2025

    Quick and easy

    stephen m.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Brisbane Domestic Airport
    MG 3 or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Newcastle

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsSeven car rental depots in Newcastle.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, East Coast, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Newcastle

Popular rental car models in Newcastle last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    30%

    $44
    $189
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftCompact Car

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

  • 2

    9%

    $164
    $187
    Kia Stonic

    Kia StonicCompact SUV

    5

    5

    1 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 3

    9%

    $35
    $49
    Kia Picanto

    Kia PicantoEconomy Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    East Coast

  • 4

    9%

    $85
    $164
    Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5Intermediate SUV

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • 5

    9%

    $163
    $256
    Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30Compact SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    East Coast, Sixt, Hertz, Avis

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar

  • Kia K4

    Kia K4

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Kia Picanto

    Kia Picanto

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    East Coast

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mazda vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mazda CX-9

    Mazda CX-9

    7

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Mazda CX3

    Mazda CX3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz

MG vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • MG 3

    MG 3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    East Coast

    Mg 3 Core

    Mg 3 Core

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Mg 4 Excite

    Mg 4 ExciteElectric

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mg Hs

    Mg Hs

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    East Coast

  • Mg Zs

    Mg Zs

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    East Coast

    Mg Zs Excite

    Mg Zs Excite

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    7

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Nissan vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Nissan Xtrail

    Nissan Xtrail

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Subaru vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Subaru Crosstrek

    Subaru Crosstrek

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Subaru Outback

    Subaru Outback

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Toyota C-HR

    Toyota C-HR

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota CamryHybrid

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis, Hertz

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, East Coast, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Sixt

    Toyota Corolla Hatch Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Toyota Hilux Sr 4x4 Guaranteed Model

    Toyota Hilux Sr 4x4 Guaranteed Model

    5

    4

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    East Coast

  • Toyota Hilux SR Mine Spec

    Toyota Hilux SR Mine Spec

    5

    4

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    East Coast

    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

  • Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

    Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Yaris Cross

    Toyota Yaris Cross

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Other vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, 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 10 July, 2025

Newcastle daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

$50

$176

Fri

11 Jul

$49

$108

Sat

12 Jul

$49

$112

Sun

13 Jul

$50

$108

Mon

14 Jul

$46

$179

Tue

15 Jul

$46

$178

Wed

16 Jul

$46

$178

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

$154

$189

Fri

11 Jul

$52

$177

Sat

12 Jul

$52

$177

Sun

13 Jul

$52

$110

Mon

14 Jul

$58

$182

Tue

15 Jul

$58

$182

Wed

16 Jul

$58

$182

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

$172

$198

Fri

11 Jul

$113

$121

Sat

12 Jul

$113

$121

Sun

13 Jul

$113

$121

Mon

14 Jul

$189

$204

Tue

15 Jul

$146

$204

Wed

16 Jul

$189

$205

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

$56

$202

Fri

11 Jul

$56

$118

Sat

12 Jul

$56

$118

Sun

13 Jul

$56

$118

Mon

14 Jul

$185

$197

Tue

15 Jul

$143

$196

Wed

16 Jul

$184

$196

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

$60

$222

Fri

11 Jul

$60

$134

Sat

12 Jul

$60

$134

Sun

13 Jul

$60

$134

Mon

14 Jul

$63

$223

Tue

15 Jul

$63

$223

Wed

16 Jul

$63

$223

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

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

Fri

11 Jul

$120

$171

Sat

12 Jul

$120

$164

Sun

13 Jul

$120

$171

Mon

14 Jul

$142

$334

Tue

15 Jul

$73

$334

Wed

16 Jul

$73

$334

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

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

Fri

11 Jul

$160

$160

Sat

12 Jul

$119

$119

Sun

13 Jul

$111

$113

Mon

14 Jul

$310

$310

Tue

15 Jul

$288

$346

Wed

16 Jul

$346

$346

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

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

Fri

11 Jul

$119

$119

Sat

12 Jul

$119

$119

Sun

13 Jul

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

14 Jul

$114

$114

Tue

15 Jul

$115

$115

Wed

16 Jul

$70

$70

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

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

Fri

11 Jul

$72

$72

Sat

12 Jul

$72

$72

Sun

13 Jul

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

14 Jul

$68

$68

Tue

15 Jul

$68

$68

Wed

16 Jul

$68

$68

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

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

Fri

11 Jul

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

Sat

12 Jul

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

13 Jul

$147

$147

Mon

14 Jul

$246

$246

Tue

15 Jul

$189

$245

Wed

16 Jul

$245

$245

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Jul

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

Fri

11 Jul

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

Sat

12 Jul

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

13 Jul

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

14 Jul

$146

$146

Tue

15 Jul

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

Wed

16 Jul

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

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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 10 July, 2025

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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

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

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Newcastle Downtown

    50 Clyde Street, Hamilton North NSW, 2292

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    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

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

  • Budget Newcastle

    50 Clyde St (Metro), Hamilton North NSW, 2292

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    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

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    3.60 • 3 ratings

    3

    Service

    3

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    3

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • East Coast Newcastle

    849 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW, 2302

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    4.65 • 4 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Europcar Newcastle City - Australia

    Unit 1 - 42 Riverside Drive, Mayfield West NSW, 2304

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

  • Hertz Newcastle Downtown

    11b/50 Clyde Street, Newcastle, Nsw NSW, 2292

    Today •7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Sixt Charlestown

    272 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown NSW, 2290

    Today •7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Thrifty Newcastle

    11b/50 Clyde Street, Newcastle NSW, 2292

    Today •7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    4.60 • 3 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Newcastle, New South Wales

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

    Prices start at AUD $46 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $334 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Newcastle.

  • How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Newcastle?

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $68 and AUD $114 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Newcastle.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Newcastle?

    If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs between AUD $146 and AUD $246 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Newcastle.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Newcastle?

    The highest-rated rental car in Newcastle is Suzuki Swift or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Newcastle?

    East Coast is the highest-rated car hire provider in Newcastle, based on ratings by our customers.

  • 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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