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Car rental companies in Newcastle

Below are the car rental companies in Newcastle with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Alamo

    9 (9357)
    No rates available

  • Enterprise

    8.7 (2114)
    No rates available

  • Sixt

    7.9 (3705)
    No rates available

  • Avis

    7.9 (6537)
    No rates available

  • Budget

    7.9 (10277)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.2 (4674)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8.6 (8821)
    No rates available

  • National Car Rental

    8.3 (437)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    9.2 (7538)
    No rates available

  • Thrifty

    8.3 (5919)
    No rates available

  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.6 (3993)
    No rates available

  • Alpha Car Hire

    No reviews
    No rates available

  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.8 (3886)
    No rates available

  • Routes

    No reviews
    No rates available
Customer experience
Good and reliable company for renting a car abroad
Easy website, easy phone contact when I had questions. Everything well-organized. Friendly staff. Have rented a car through this company several times and have always been very satisfied.

Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.9/10 out of 2259

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Budget Port Macquarie Airport

Be wary of making changes

Be wary of making changes; your present set up is very good and user friendly, even for someone over 80 like me!
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Anthony Paul
Enterprise Maroochydore Airport

You are doing well; your

You are doing well; your website is user friendly, even for older users such as me (age 80). Be wary of making changes
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Anthony Paul
Hertz Maroochydore Airport

Good service, as always. I

Good service, as always. I like your website
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Anthony Paul
Hertz Coolangatta Airport

no problems using you

no problems using you
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NEVILLE
Europcar Broome Airport

This is the third year

This is the third year in a row that we have organised our car rental in Australia through Carrentals. It has always provided us with excellent service and great value for money.
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LEO
Alamo Brisbane Airport

Easy to use and insurance

Easy to use and insurance included
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LINDA
Enterprise Coolangatta Airport

I phoned to change the

I phoned to change the time for pick up and return of the car. It was not a good experience. I was told I could not do it and encouraged to book an up grade. I wanted to change my booking and return by 4 hours from 10.00am to 2.oo pm. I was told it was not possible to change it. I was told a car would not be available. I said I would take the risk and ended up in cancelling my booking and then re booking on line. Not helpful. I almost did not use your site to re book.
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BARBARA
Hertz Brisbane Airport

Overall good service.

Overall good service.
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KEVIN
Europcar Perth International Airport

Brilliant rental company - used

Brilliant rental company - used before and will use again as prices and communication and service are wonderful.
P
PETER
East Coast Car Rentals Launceston Airport

Very good value for money

Very good value for money, the zero excess rental we took was unbelievable value and car we received from europcar was brand new and high spec. Thankyou. I will definitely use car rentals again.
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GARY
Europcar Brisbane Airport

We booked a Yaris or

We booked a Yaris or similar, but on arrival were allocated a larger Hyundai Accent which was too large for my wife to drive. ECCR at Hobart apparently have very few Yaris-sized cars. Fortunately we were going to be passing nearby a few days later so were able to substitute the Accent for a smaller Kia Rio for the rest of our trip, but Carrentals need to check more carefully what sort of cars are actually available - size does matter, and a bigger car than you've booked isn't necessarily acceptable to all customers.
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ROSS
East Coast Car Rentals Hobart Airport

Always good to know you

Always good to know you are available online.
R
RICHARD
Europcar Brisbane Airport

None

None
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AHMAD
Hertz Perth International Airport

Good range of vehicles available

Good range of vehicles available. The main problem was lack of information about the additional cost of a one-way hire. When you initially enter details of the desired hire, your website shows the same price as for returning to the same location. Only when you proceed with the actual booking does the additional one-way hire fee appear. This is seriously misleading.
S
STEPHEN
Thrifty 29 Lonsdale Street

Car rental companies in and around Newcastle

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Newcastle

Available locations in Newcastle

Newcastle International Airport
272 Pacific Hwy

Newcastle Guide

Guide

Newcastle, New South Wales, is Australia's sixth largest city. The city is located about 160 kilometres north of Sydney and has plenty of fascinating sights to offer, including convict ruins and fine Victorian architecture. The excellent sandy beaches here are regarded as some of the finest in Australia.

Explore Newcastle

Newcastle’s spectacular beaches have been celebrated with the creation of the Bathers Way, a five-kilometre stroll that starts at Nobbys and finishes at Merewether Beach. Pictured above is Nobby's lighthouse offering spectacular views over the bay. The city also has a good reputation for its colourful calendar with an expansive array of cultural events each year.

A short walk from the city centre you’ll find the best of nature at Blackbutt Reserve. The facilities here allow you close viewing of a wide variety of Australian wildlife. Just a short walk away is the majestic King Edward Park, which has spectacular coastal views and is only one out of an abundance of splendid parks in the city.

For wining and dining, try one of the harbourside bars, restaurants or cafes. Newcastle has much to offer after dark; when the sun's gone down there's a plethora of places to suit your tastes with some of the finest entertainment venues on Australia’s east coast.

If you’re feeling adventurous visit the Shipwreck Walk along Stockton Breakwall for fine views looking out over Stockton Bight Sand Dunes. Following this travel along Fullerton Road towards the Pacific Highway and pass through the glorious scenic countryside to Fern Bay.

Transport

Newcastle Airport is located 27km's or a 30 minute drive to Newcastle city centre. There are many frequent return services daily. If you are coming by car, the main access from Sydney is via the F3 Freeway. Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty are the suppliers operating from Newcastle Airport's main terminal.

Purchase car hire here today and secure the best deals available online, from dozens of rental suppliers. Leave it too late and you'll end up paying way over the odds at the airport or from a depot in town.

If car hire isn't for you there are many buses services operating from Newcastle Airport including; Port Stephens Coaches, Hunter Valley Buses, and for larger groups, the Airbus. Book in advance to secure a seat.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Australian dollar
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 - 130 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Standard

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

 Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Alamo
  • Enterprise
  • Sixt
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Europcar
  • National Car Rental
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Alpha Car Hire
  • Keddy By Europcar
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