Discover Car Hire in Wellington

Explore Wellington in the comfort of a hire car from DriveAway and enjoy the flexibility that comes with a self-drive holiday. We search & compare prices from New Zealand's most reputable suppliers including Europcar, Enterprise, Ezi Car Rental, InterRent, Hertz and Thrifty.

By pre-booking you car rental with DriveAway you can skip the taxi or shuttle queues and collect your car hire from the terminals at Wellington Airport. Our reputable suppliers also have depots at various downtown and city locations. For your convenience, for those catching the Interislander ferry to travel between North Island and South Island, we also work with suppliers at the Wellington ferry terminal. DriveAway is commited to ensuring our customers are confident and prepared for their self-drive adventure. If you would like more information about driving in New Zealand, take a look at our New Zealand Driving Tips page. It's full of important information to keep you to safe and informed whilst driving.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Car in Wellington

Things To Do in Wellington

Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand, located on the southern tip of the North Island, on the edge of a stunning harbour surrounded by rolling hills. Windy Wellington has something for everyone to enjoy, from bustling cafes, top restaurants, and funky stores to magnificent parks, scenic walks, and action-packed adventure activities.

After collecting your car rental get ready to explore all that this amazing city has to offer. Take a ride in the cable car up to the beautiful botanic gardens and absorb the spectacular views of Wellington city and its harbour. Be sure to explore Ta Papa, Wellington’s National Museum where you can experience some of New Zealand’s treasures and stories. Drive to Beehive if you desire to see some of Wellington’s parliamentary buildings and the nearby National Library of New Zealand. If you’d prefer to visit some of New Zealand’s best wine regions, take a day trip out of Wellington and into the Wairarapa area, famous for its Pinot Noir. Adventurers can travel to Hutt Valley, a gateway to the great outdoors attracting walkers, mountain bikers and horse riders alike.

Our online booking engine above makes it easy and convenient to book your Wellington car hire. Simply enter your pick-up and drop-off dates as well as preferred locations to get started. For more information contact us online, our friendly reservations staff are happy to answer any further questions you may have.

*Includes travel time between North and South Islands via ferry.