Cheapflights insights for Timaru car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Timaru, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Timaru?
For the best savings on car hire in Timaru, make your reservation 78 days before pickup. The average price then is just $50/day – about 49% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Timaru?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Timaru is Hertz (rated 0.0/10). Avis (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Timaru?
At Timaru, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $90. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $202 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Timaru, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $90. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $202 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$143
February
$90
March
$122
April
$149
May
$166
June
$173
July
$202
August
$151
September
$186
October
$155
November
$134
December
$119
What car do most people hire in Timaru?
Compact cars (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in Timaru. SUV (Toyota RAV4) and Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Timaru.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Timaru?
Hertz has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Timaru at 2.
Top hire agencies in Timaru
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Timaru known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car hire companies in Timaru. Reviews were last updated on 4 luglio 2025.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Timaru, including Hertz, Avis and Firefly. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
Hertz
Avis
Firefly
Sunnycars
Thrifty
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Timaru, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 luglio 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Timaru?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Timaru.