Nelson

Cheap Car Hire in Nelson, New Zealand

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Nelson, New Zealand car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Nelson, New Zealand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2026.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

£1.55

Average price per day

£39

Cheapest price per day

£19

Cheapflights insights for Nelson car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nelson, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Nelson?

For the best savings on car hire in Nelson, make your reservation 71 days before pickup. The average price then is just £22/day – about 54% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Nelson?

EZI is currently the cheapest car hire company in Nelson with deals as low as £16.97/day found in the past two weeks. Go Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £21.84/day.

What is the best car rental company in Nelson?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Nelson is Go Rentals (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nelson?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Nelson is July, when you can expect to pay £22/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nelson is February (£60/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

£46

February

£60

March

£50

April

£38

May

£23

June

£24

July

£22

August

£24

September

£26

October

£24

November

£36

December

£50

What car do most people hire in Nelson?

Compact cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Nelson. Intermediate (Nissan X-Trail) and SUV (Nissan X-Trail) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nelson.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nelson?

In Nelson, Alamo, Apex, Apollo Car Rentals, and Avis have 1 locations, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nelson, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Nelson, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2026.

Go Rentals

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

9.5
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.5

Apex

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Budget

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

EZI

6.0
Okay
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Dollar

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nelson, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nelson?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £39/day when booking a car hire in Nelson. The absolute best deal a user found was for £19/day from Provider's pick, booked on Apr. 18.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nelson for a week from Budget?

    Hiring a car in Nelson for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around £257/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nelson?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Nelson it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nelson for a month?

    Our recent data shows that Provider's pick can potentially be 60% below the average car hire price in Nelson. Check prices and availability for Provider's pick and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Nelson is on average £1,101 a month or £37 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Nelson car hire.

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