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Car rental rates in Wollongong, New South Wales
Heading to Wollongong? This seaside city is located on the south coast of New South Wales, about an hour and twenty minutes drive south of Sydney. Famous for its beaches and impressive landscape, Wollongong is a perfect addition to a road trip holiday along the south coast.
We can help you find a reliable and affordable car hire in Wollongong for your next holiday! Take advantage of our providers’ competitive car hire deals and enjoy a worry-free, fun-filled self-drive holiday.
Mini Car
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from AUD $50/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from AUD $53/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from AUD $55/day
Intermediate Ute (single/extended cab)
View offerTravel 14 Jun - 19 Jun 2026
from AUD $59/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 10 Jun - 13 Jun 2026
from AUD $60/day
Compact Monospace
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from AUD $60/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 14 Jun - 19 Jun 2026
from AUD $61/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from AUD $63/day
Intermediate Crossover
View offerTravel 12 Jun - 17 Jun 2026
from AUD $66/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on June 09, 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 09 June, 2026
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- 11 Apr 2026philip m.Booked: Mg 3 Core or similarMelbourne Airport
- 24 May 2026vince r.Booked: Standard SUVHobart Airport
- 14 May 2026ron h.Booked: Compact AutomaticBrisbane Airport
- 03 May 2026marcus b.Booked: Mg Zs or similarMelbourne Airport
- 04 Jun 2026dianne a.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarBrisbane Airport
- 07 May 2026wayne d.Booked: Nissan X-TRAIL e-POWER or SimilarPerth Airport
- 03 May 2026carl b.Booked: Toyota bZ4X or similarPerth Airport
- 03 May 2026tony p.Booked: Toyota Hilux 4WD (Dualcab Mine spec) or similarSunshine Coast Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Wollongong
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Six car rental depots in Wollongong. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Wollongong
Ford vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Ford Ranger
5
5
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Honda vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Honda CR-V
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Kia Carnival
8
5
3 large, 5 small
ProvidersSixt, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia K4
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
MG vehicles for hire in Wollongong
MG3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Nissan vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Nissan Juke
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Subaru vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Subaru Crosstrek
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt, Europcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Toyota vehicles for hire in Wollongong
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Sixt
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
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
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris HybridHybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Showing 10 of 19 vehicles
Other vehicles for hire in Wollongong
12 Pallet Tray with Gate
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
2WD Dual Cab Diesel Tray
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
36 Cubic Metre Van with Full Tail Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
8 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy
5
4
ProvidersHertz
Dual Cab Tray UTE 2WD
5
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersEuropcar
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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 09 June, 2026
Wollongong daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$53
$76
10 Jun
$53
$76
11 Jun
$53
$76
12 Jun
$50
$76
13 Jun
$53
$76
14 Jun
$50
$76
15 Jun
$53
$76
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$60
$79
10 Jun
$60
$79
11 Jun
$60
$79
12 Jun
$60
$79
13 Jun
$60
$79
14 Jun
$60
$79
15 Jun
$60
$79
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$71
$91
10 Jun
$71
$91
11 Jun
$71
$91
12 Jun
$66
$105
13 Jun
$71
$91
14 Jun
$66
$91
15 Jun
$71
$91
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$58
$98
10 Jun
$58
$98
11 Jun
$58
$98
12 Jun
$55
$98
13 Jun
$58
$98
14 Jun
$55
$98
15 Jun
$58
$98
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$67
$119
10 Jun
$67
$119
11 Jun
$67
$119
12 Jun
$66
$119
13 Jun
$67
$119
14 Jun
$66
$119
15 Jun
$67
$119
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$69
$171
10 Jun
$69
$171
11 Jun
$69
$171
12 Jun
$67
$171
13 Jun
$69
$171
14 Jun
$67
$171
15 Jun
$69
$171
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$166
$183
10 Jun
$166
$183
11 Jun
$166
$183
12 Jun
$166
$183
13 Jun
$166
$183
14 Jun
$150
$183
15 Jun
$166
$183
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$158
$198
10 Jun
$158
$198
11 Jun
$158
$198
12 Jun
$158
$198
13 Jun
$158
$198
14 Jun
$144
$198
15 Jun
$158
$198
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$64
$70
10 Jun
$64
$70
11 Jun
$64
$70
12 Jun
$64
$70
13 Jun
$64
$70
14 Jun
$59
$70
15 Jun
$64
$70
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$114
$123
10 Jun
$114
$123
11 Jun
$114
$123
12 Jun
$75
$123
13 Jun
$75
$123
14 Jun
$69
$123
15 Jun
$75
$123
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$121
$133
10 Jun
$121
$133
11 Jun
$121
$133
12 Jun
$121
$133
13 Jun
$121
$133
14 Jun
$109
$133
15 Jun
$121
$133
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
09 Jun
$62
$62
10 Jun
$62
$62
11 Jun
$62
$62
12 Jun
$60
$62
13 Jun
$62
$62
14 Jun
$60
$62
15 Jun
$62
$62
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 09 June, 2026
Sydney Airport car hire
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Local expert tips for hiring a car in Wollongong
Watch your speed
Ensure that you always observe the posted speed limit signs on the road. The speed limit at the intersection of Crown Street from Gladstone Avenue to Mangerton Road is now 50km/h in accordance with NSW speed zoning guidelines.
Peak hour traffic
Avoid driving during morning and afternoon peak hour times, typically from 7am to 9am, and 3pm to 5pm, as most roads can become heavily congested right around the city centre.
Parking
Parking in the council’s off-street metered car parks in Wollongong CBD is free and untimed before 8:30am and after 4:30pm on weekdays and free during weekends and public holidays.
Flexible one-way car rentals
Planning to get a one-way car rental for an interstate trip? You can book a hire car in Wollongong 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.
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Car rental depots in Wollongong
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Wollongong
View details5.0 (4)Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 11:00 AMUnit 5 - 13 Ralph Black Dr, New South Wales
Budget Wollongong
View details4.8 (10)Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 11:00 AMUnit 5 - 13 Ralph Black Dr (Metro), New South Wales
Europcar Wollongong New
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed206 Shellharbour Road, New South Wales
Hertz Wollongong Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM03/257 Princes Hwy, New South Wales
Sixt Wollongong
View details5.0 (3)Mon–Fri 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM169-173 Princes Highway, New South Wales
Thrifty Wollongong
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM03/257 Princes Hwy, New South Wales
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Wollongong, New South Wales
How much does it cost to hire a car in Wollongong?
Prices start at AUD $53 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $183 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Wollongong.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Wollongong?
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 AUD $144 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Wollongong.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Wollongong?
The highest-rated rental car in Wollongong is Toyota Kluger or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Wollongong?
Avis is the highest-rated car hire provider in Wollongong, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Wollongong?
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 Wollongong 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 a car hire in Wollongong and drop off in another location?
Yes. You can drop off your vehicle outside Wollongong, though you may need to pay a one-way fee.
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