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Car rental rates in Nowra, New South Wales
The Shoalhaven region’s largest coastal town, Nowra sits by the Shoalhaven River about an hour drive south of Wollongong, and is known for its excellent food and wine culture along with its proximity to the pristine beaches of the NSW South Coast.
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Compact Car
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
from AUD $68/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
from AUD $73/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
from AUD $75/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
from AUD $77/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 22 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
from AUD $80/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
from AUD $84/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
from AUD $100/day
Intermediate Ute (single/extended cab)
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
from AUD $100/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 20 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
from AUD $142/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 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 January, 2026
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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 01 Jan 2026brian v.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarNowra
- 13 Nov 2025andrew l.Booked: Mazda CX-3 or similarSouth Nowra Downtown
- 28 Sep 2025brian v.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarNowra
- 16 Oct 2025paul d.Booked: Compact AutomaticSunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore)
- 08 Nov 2025mark t.Booked: MG 3 or similarMelbourne Tullamarine Airport
- 25 Oct 2025stuart k.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarMelbourne Tullamarine Airport
- 23 Oct 2025john v.Booked: Mitsubishi ASX 2w.d. or similarKewdale / Perth Airport
- 21 Oct 2025patricia m.Booked: Standard SUVHobart Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Nowra
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Four car rental depots in Nowra. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Nowra
Kia vehicles for hire in Nowra
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
4
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Nowra
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Nowra
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Nowra
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Nowra
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota Fortuner
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Other vehicles for hire in Nowra
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray
2
2
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
8 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
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 17 January, 2026
Nowra daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
17 Jan
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.
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18 Jan
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 Jan
$120
$120
20 Jan
$68
$120
21 Jan
$68
$120
22 Jan
$68
$120
23 Jan
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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17 Jan
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 Jan
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 Jan
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
20 Jan
$73
$85
21 Jan
$73
$85
22 Jan
$73
$85
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
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 Jan
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
20 Jan
$75
$91
21 Jan
$75
$91
22 Jan
$75
$91
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
$120
$135
19 Jan
$120
$135
20 Jan
$77
$138
21 Jan
$77
$138
22 Jan
$77
$135
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
$140
$145
19 Jan
$140
$145
20 Jan
$84
$145
21 Jan
$84
$145
22 Jan
$84
$145
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
$155
$155
19 Jan
$155
$155
20 Jan
$142
$165
21 Jan
$155
$165
22 Jan
$142
$165
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
$175
$175
19 Jan
$175
$175
20 Jan
$150
$175
21 Jan
$175
$175
22 Jan
$150
$175
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
$170
$170
19 Jan
$170
$170
20 Jan
$155
$170
21 Jan
$170
$170
22 Jan
$155
$170
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
$250
$250
19 Jan
$250
$250
20 Jan
$200
$250
21 Jan
$250
$250
22 Jan
$200
$250
23 Jan
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
17 Jan
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 Jan
$120
$120
19 Jan
$120
$120
20 Jan
$100
$120
21 Jan
$120
$120
22 Jan
$100
$120
23 Jan
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 17 January, 2026
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Car rental depots in Nowra
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Avis Nowra
View details4.2 (1)Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun ClosedCorner Bolong Road & Beinda Street Nowra Skyview Service Station, New South Wales
Budget Nowra
View details4.9 (3)Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun ClosedCnr Bolong Rd & Beinda St Metro Petroleum, New South Wales
Hertz South Nowra Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–16:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:00282 Princes Hwy, New South Wales
Thrifty South Nowra
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–16:00, Sat–Sun Closed282 Princes Hwy, New South Wales
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Nowra
How much does it cost to hire a car in Nowra?
Prices start at AUD $68 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $175 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Nowra.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Nowra?
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 $155 and AUD $200 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Nowra.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Nowra?
The highest-rated rental car in Nowra is Kia Sportage or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Nowra?
Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider in Nowra, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Nowra?
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 Nowra 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.
What will it cost to park in Nowra?
Shoalhaven City Council maintains several car parks in Nowra and there is also on-street parking available with varying time limits. Check parking signs before leaving your car so you don’t get a fine.
Can I pick up a car hire in Nowra and drop off in another location?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Nowra 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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