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Great value rental cars from Newcastle’s most trusted car hire providers

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  • Sixt
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Car rental rates in Newcastle

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.

  • EuropcarSpecial
    Special

    From $41/day

    for 23 Jan - 28 Jan 2025
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  • EuropcarCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $42/day

    for 23 Jan - 28 Jan 2025
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  • EuropcarIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $49/day

    for 23 Jan - 28 Jan 2025
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  • ThriftyEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From $49/day

    for 19 Jan - 22 Jan 2025
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  • ThriftyEconomy SUV
    Economy SUV

    From $54/day

    for 24 Jan - 27 Jan 2025
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  • EuropcarIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From $55/day

    for 23 Jan - 28 Jan 2025
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Showing 6 of 14 offers

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 18, 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 18 January, 2025

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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Newcastle car rental booking experience 4.9/5
(262 reviews)
  • 27 Dec 2024

    Easy and simple to follow. Great value.

    wendy h.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Newcastle
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 21 Oct 2024

    damned easy to search and book. Tku

    joanna h.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Newcastle City - Australia
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 16 Oct 2024

    very happy

    michael c.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Newcastle City - Australia
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 23 Oct 2024

    WELL DONE

    geoffrey v.
    Booked: VW Tiguan or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    VW Tiguan or similar
  • 29 Sep 2024

    Very efficient and gave you wide selection of cars from different vendors

    reagan m.
    Booked: Mystery Vehicle - Auto or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Mystery Vehicle - Auto or similar
  • 21 Oct 2024

    Seamless booking especially when you already have an account to allow your details to be pre-populated.

    andrew m.
    Booked: Polestar 2 or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Polestar 2 or similar
  • 20 Oct 2024

    Always very easy booking with Vroomvroomvroom!

    callum w.
    Booked: Mg 4 Excite or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Mg 4 Excite or similar
  • 14 Oct 2024

    The only aspect that could be improved is more accurate information on the boot capacity. To state ‘2 large bags, 2 small bags’ is insufficient. As far as an 81cm suitcase is concerned, there are vehicles stated with this description that will not accept this size suitcase.

    andrew e.
    Booked: VW Tiguan or similar
    Perth Airport T1/T2
    VW Tiguan or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Newcastle

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsSix car rental depots in Newcastle.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, 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

    19%

    $45
    $84
    Kia Sportage

    Kia SportageIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    4 small

    Rent with

    Avis, Europcar, Budget

  • 2

    17%

    $49
    $65
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 3

    11%

    $51
    $68
    Skoda Scala

    Skoda ScalaIntermediate Car

    5

    4

    3 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 4

    11%

    $101
    $127
    Mazda CX-9

    Mazda CX-9Fullsize SUV

    7

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 5

    11%

    $51
    $129
    Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30Compact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Audi vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • 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 Newcastle

  • 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 Newcastle

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Sixt, Avis

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • 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, Thrifty

    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

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

MG vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • 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 Zs Excite

    Mg Zs Excite

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Skoda vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Skoda Scala

    Skoda Scala

    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

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget

Toyota vehicles for hire in Newcastle

  • Toyota C-HR

    Toyota C-HR

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Budget, Avis

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Avis

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, 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, Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    7

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • 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, Thrifty, Hertz

  • 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 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Europcar, Hertz

    VW Tiguan

    VW Tiguan

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

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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 18 January, 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

18 Jan

$47

$65

Sun

19 Jan

$49

$65

Mon

20 Jan

$55

$127

Tue

21 Jan

$50

$131

Wed

22 Jan

$50

$50

Thu

23 Jan

$42

$121

Fri

24 Jan

$51

$70

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Jan

$57

$167

Sun

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

Mon

20 Jan

$71

$167

Tue

21 Jan

$71

$167

Wed

22 Jan

$71

$167

Thu

23 Jan

$49

$138

Fri

24 Jan

$57

$176

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Jan

$75

$75

Sun

19 Jan

$75

$75

Mon

20 Jan

$137

$161

Tue

21 Jan

$137

$162

Wed

22 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

Thu

23 Jan

$137

$141

Fri

24 Jan

$71

$78

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Sun

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

Mon

20 Jan

$161

$164

Tue

21 Jan

$166

$170

Wed

22 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

Thu

23 Jan

$99

$143

Fri

24 Jan

$54

$79

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Jan

$57

$92

Sun

19 Jan

$61

$92

Mon

20 Jan

$69

$148

Tue

21 Jan

$67

$148

Wed

22 Jan

$59

$79

Thu

23 Jan

$55

$98

Fri

24 Jan

$58

$92

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Jan

$59

$87

Sun

19 Jan

$66

$87

Mon

20 Jan

$71

$71

Tue

21 Jan

$69

$69

Wed

22 Jan

$61

$61

Thu

23 Jan

$57

$109

Fri

24 Jan

$60

$120

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

18 Jan

$113

$113

Sun

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

Mon

20 Jan

$121

$121

Tue

21 Jan

$121

$121

Wed

22 Jan

$121

$121

Thu

23 Jan

$83

$83

Fri

24 Jan

$103

$103

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Sun

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

Mon

20 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

Tue

21 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

Wed

22 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

Thu

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

Fri

24 Jan

$75

$75

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

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

Sun

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

Mon

20 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

Tue

21 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

Wed

22 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

Thu

23 Jan

$104

$104

Fri

24 Jan

$104

$104

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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 18 January, 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 St, Hamilton North NSW, 2292

    Today •Closed

    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 •Closed

    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

    3.60 • 3 ratings

    3

    Service

    3

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    3

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Europcar Newcastle City - Australia

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

    Today •8:00 AM - 12:00 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, Hamilton North NSW, 2292

    Today •7:00 AM - 12:00 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 - 12:00 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, Hamilton North NSW, 2292

    Today •7:00 AM - 12:00 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 Newcastle, New South Wales

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

    Prices start at AUD $42 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $143 per day for a Compact 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 AUD $83 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 AUD $249 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?

    Thrifty 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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