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Suzuki Swift
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
No A/C
4
$48.28
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$48.72
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
4x4
This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
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Ford Ranger
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
4
A/C
4
$72.42
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
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Honda ZR-V
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$73.88
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$84.08
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
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Honda CR-V
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$85.02
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
All-wheel drive
This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
4
$85.96
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Online check-in
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Chery Tiggo
or similar Standard SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
1
A/C
4
$95.57
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Online check-in
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Kia Sorento
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$117.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Low deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
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Ford Everest
or similar Premium SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
4
A/C
5
$127.81
per day
Free cancellation
8.1
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
290 AOTEA QUAY
Drop-off information
Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
Average deposit
Instant confirmation!
Unlimited mileage
Pay part now
Showing 9 out of 10 cars
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 11:19 on 29/03/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
- Car rental statistics
- Top 7 suppliers at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
$51 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80–100 km/h
or
50–62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.64 per liter or $6.21 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.47 per liter or $5.56 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.76 per liter or $6.66 per gallon
Rating
9.0 / 10
Top 20 locations near Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
- Wellington (Downtown)from $38.14 per day3.9 km / 2.42 miles away
- Wellington Airportfrom $26.49 per day7.2 km / 4.47 miles away
- Picton (Downtown)from $61.95 per day65.4 km / 40.64 miles away
- Picton Ferry Portfrom $92.50 per day65.4 km / 40.64 miles away
- Blenheim Airportfrom $50.90 per day81.6 km / 50.7 miles away
- Palmerston North Airportfrom $39.36 per day125.9 km / 78.23 miles away
- Nelson Airportfrom $39.09 per day130.6 km / 81.15 miles away
- Whanganui Airportfrom $105.85 per day146.3 km / 90.91 miles away
- New Plymouth Airportfrom $37.93 per day256 km / 159.07 miles away
- Napier Airportfrom $57.21 per day266.8 km / 165.78 miles away
- Taupo Airportfrom $47.25 per day301.6 km / 187.41 miles away
- Christchurch Harewood306.4 km / 190.39 miles away
- Taupo Downtownfrom $40.41 per day306.8 km / 190.64 miles away
- Christchurch (Downtown)from $49.01 per day307.8 km / 191.26 miles away
- Christchurch Airportfrom $19.75 per day308.6 km / 191.76 miles away
- Greymouth (Downtown)from $41.98 per day323.9 km / 201.26 miles away
- Hokitika Airport353.1 km / 219.41 miles away
- Rotorua Airportfrom $57.49 per day374.4 km / 232.64 miles away
- Hamilton Airportfrom $24.36 per day380.8 km / 236.62 miles away
- Hamilton (Downtown)from $20.88 per day389 km / 241.71 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Dollar
Wellington Inter Island, Ferry Terminal 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
B
Thrifty
Interislander Terminal
C
Hertz
INTERISLANDER TERMINAL, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington
D
Firefly
Interislander Terminal
E
Routes Car Rental
Wellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay, 6011 Wellington
When to book at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal?
The cost of renting a car at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthNovember | Most expensive month December | ||
| Average price $55 | A good deal $54 | Cheapest supplier Europcar | Cheapest car type SUVs |
Average rental costs per day at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
$106
$53
$0
$43
in January
Jan
$53
in February
Feb
$61
in March
Mar
$47
in April
Apr
$45
in May
May
$46
in June
Jun
$61
in July
Jul
Aug
$35
in September
Sep
$62
in October
Oct
$30
in November
Nov
$96
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal is November — when rental costs average $30.22 per day. This is 45% cheaper than the yearly average and 69% cheaper than renting a car in December (when prices average $96.26 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal, travelers are most likely to rent a car in February, while they are least likely to rent in in April.
Monthly searches at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal by pick-up date relative to the average
3.5
1.8
0
2.2 times in January
Jan
3.2 times in February
Feb
1.4 times in March
Mar
0.2 times in April
Apr
0.5 times in May
May
0.3 times in June
Jun
0.5 times in July
Jul
Aug
0.5 times in September
Sep
0.7 times in October
Oct
0.7 times in November
Nov
0.8 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in September the average rental period is 11 days, while in July, the average rental period is only one day.
Average number of rental days at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
12
6
0
6 days in January
Jan
7 days in February
Feb
7 days in March
Mar
9 days in April
Apr
6 days in May
May
5 days in June
Jun
1 day in July
Jul
Aug
11 days in September
Sep
3 days in October
Oct
10 days in November
Nov
8 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Europcar, Keddy, Thrifty, Dollar |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, medium cars, large cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $43 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Europcar |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europcar | Suzuki Swift | 4 | 1 | Medium car |
| Europcar | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Europcar | Chery Tiggo | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Keddy | Kia Stonic | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Europcar | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 1 | Medium car |
| Keddy | Haval H6 | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Europcar | Honda ZR-V | 4 | 2 | SUV |
| Europcar | Toyota Camry | 4 | 3 | Large car |
| Thrifty | Ford Everest | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 2 | Medium car |
Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal
9.0
Average rating
Based on 2 reviews
Best month to visit
December
Happiest customers drive
Mitsubishi Outlander
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May 15, 2023
Nicola D.
Suzuki Swift
Snow on Desert Road
Mar 15, 2023
Mark S.
Toyota Corolla
Had to cancel east coast due to storm damage. We also caught COVID… no one’s fault really
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Dollar (rated 8.8 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Keddy (rated 8.1 / 10)
Total number of reviews
2
Total rental companies
7
Average daily price
$51
Lowest daily price
$43
Total cars available
27
Top 7 suppliers at Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminal in 2026
Dollar
8.8
Excellent
Value for money
9.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.3
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.5
Car condition
9.5
$30
per day
Wellington Inter Island, Ferry Terminal 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
+640800243789
Show working hours
Mon
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Tue
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Wed
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Thu
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Fri
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sat
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sun
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Thrifty
8.7
Excellent
1 review
Value for money
8.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
$30
per day
Interislander Terminal
+640800737070
Show working hours
Mon
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Tue
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Wed
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Thu
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Fri
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sat
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sun
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Hertz
8.5
Excellent
1 review
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.7
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
9.0
$30
per day
INTERISLANDER TERMINAL, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington
+64043843809
Show working hours
Mon
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Tue
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Wed
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Thu
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Fri
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sat
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sun
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Firefly
8.3
Very Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.4
$30
per day
Interislander Terminal
043843809
Show working hours
Mon
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Tue
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Wed
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Thu
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Fri
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sat
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Sun
12:30-13:30; 17:30-18:30
Routes Car Rental
8.2
Very Good
Value for money
8.1
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.5
$30
per day
Wellington Ferry - 1 Aotea Quay, 6011 Wellington
+64044730480
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-17:00
8.1
Very Good
16 reviews
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
7.0
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
7.5
Drop-off speed
7.9
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.9
$43–$180
per day
1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
+64044730480
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-17:00
Keddy
8.1
Very Good
2 reviews
Value for money
7.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
7.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.5
Car condition
8.7
$45–$78
per day
Wellington Ferry 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
+64044730480
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
08:00-17:00
Sun
08:00-17:00
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