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Car rental rates in Merewether

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.

  • ThriftyEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From $59/day

    for 22 Nov - 25 Nov 2024
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  • BudgetCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $59/day

    for 22 Nov - 25 Nov 2024
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  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $60/day

    for 22 Nov - 25 Nov 2024
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  • ThriftyCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From $76/day

    for 22 Nov - 25 Nov 2024
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  • ThriftyFullsize SUV
    Fullsize SUV

    From $79/day

    for 23 Nov - 26 Nov 2024
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  • BudgetIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From $82/day

    for 22 Nov - 25 Nov 2024
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on November 21, 2024 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 21 November, 2024

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Our customers have rated their Merewether car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(233 reviews)
  • 06 Aug 2024

    Easy to use

    kristy k.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Newcastle Downtown
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 15 Sep 2024

    Repeat VroomVroomVroom customer and always been very satisfied with service received. Website easy to use with instant confirmation of booking details.

    hans s.
    Booked: Hyundai Accent or similar
    Sunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore)
    Hyundai Accent or similar
  • 22 Oct 2024

    Very sumplw

    jane w.
    Booked: Mg Zs Excite or similar
    Maroochydore Kawana
    Mg Zs Excite or similar
  • 12 Oct 2024

    clear and simple process

    stephen g.
    Booked: Subaru Crosstrek or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Subaru Crosstrek or similar
  • 22 Oct 2024

    Easy

    belinda s.
    Booked: Mazda CX-8 or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Mazda CX-8 or similar
  • 12 Oct 2024

    Good stuff

    peter b.
    Booked: Hyundai Accent or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Hyundai Accent or similar
  • 16 Oct 2024

    Very happy

    dean p.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Cairns City
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 10 Oct 2024

    Super easy to navigate website

    sandro p.
    Booked: Compact SUV
    Sunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore)
    Compact SUV
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Merewether

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Passenger Van and SUV.
🔑 No. of depotsFour car rental depots in Merewether.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Merewether

Popular rental car models in Merewether last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    44%

    $53
    $185
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty, Hertz, Budget

  • 2

    11%

    $287
    $287
    Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5Intermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 3

    11%

    $216
    $216
    Toyota Camry

    Toyota CamryFullsize Car

    5

    4

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 4

    11%

    $89
    $89
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 5

    11%

    $56
    $56
    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla HatchIntermediate Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Avis

Audi vehicles for hire in Merewether

  • Audi Q3 35 TFSI Sportback

    Audi Q3 35 TFSI Sportback

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Audi Q5

    Audi Q5

    5

    4

    3 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Merewether

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Merewether

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Avis

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mazda vehicles for hire in Merewether

  • 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 CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Merewether

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire in Merewether

  • Toyota C-HR

    Toyota C-HR

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Hertz

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Hertz

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    7

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Other vehicles for hire in Merewether

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    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 21 November, 2024

Merewether daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

21 Nov

$59

$78

Fri

22 Nov

$59

$79

Sat

23 Nov

$59

$76

Sun

24 Nov

$59

$76

Mon

25 Nov

$71

$178

Tue

26 Nov

$71

$178

Wed

27 Nov

$71

$92

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

21 Nov

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

22 Nov

$60

$101

Sat

23 Nov

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

24 Nov

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

25 Nov

$180

$184

Tue

26 Nov

$180

$184

Wed

27 Nov

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

Today

21 Nov

$103

$103

Fri

22 Nov

$99

$106

Sat

23 Nov

$99

$103

Sun

24 Nov

$99

$103

Mon

25 Nov

$108

$209

Tue

26 Nov

$108

$209

Wed

27 Nov

$108

$114

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

21 Nov

$124

$124

Fri

22 Nov

$76

$108

Sat

23 Nov

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

24 Nov

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

25 Nov

$197

$202

Tue

26 Nov

$137

$202

Wed

27 Nov

$137

$137

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

21 Nov

$87

$113

Fri

22 Nov

$82

$113

Sat

23 Nov

$87

$113

Sun

24 Nov

$87

$113

Mon

25 Nov

$96

$193

Tue

26 Nov

$96

$193

Wed

27 Nov

$92

$125

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

21 Nov

$79

$119

Fri

22 Nov

$108

$108

Sat

23 Nov

$79

$108

Sun

24 Nov

$108

$108

Mon

25 Nov

$283

$355

Tue

26 Nov

$283

$355

Wed

27 Nov

$280

$313

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

21 Nov

$357

$357

Fri

22 Nov

$298

$298

Sat

23 Nov

$236

$236

Sun

24 Nov

$230

$230

Mon

25 Nov

$357

$357

Tue

26 Nov

$357

$357

Wed

27 Nov

$357

$357

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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 21 November, 2024

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Car rental depots in Merewether

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

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

    50 Clyde St, 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

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

  • Budget Newcastle

    50 Clyde St, 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

    Closed

    sunday

    Closed

    3.40 • 2 ratings

    3

    Service

    3

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    3

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Hertz Newcastle Downtown

    11b/50 Clyde Street, Hamilton North 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

  • Thrifty Newcastle

    11b/50 Clyde Street, Hamilton North 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

    4.40 • 2 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    3

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Merewether

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

    Prices start at AUD $59 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $113 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Merewether.

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

    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 $230 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Merewether.

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

    The highest-rated rental car in Merewether 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 Merewether?

    Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Merewether, based on ratings by our customers.

  • 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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