Thrifty, Picton - Ferry Port Car hire

Address
Pick-up
Drop-off
Opening Hours
Deposit policy
Accepted Cards
E-voucher
Age requirements
Driver's License Requirements
Additional Extras
Cross Border
Cross Islands
Distances to Landmarks

Thrifty - Picton - Ferry Port Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Picton Ferry Wharf, 190 High Street, Picton, 7220

Telephone

+6435737387

Pick-up Instructions

Thrifty has an office and dedicated car parking on the ferry wharf in Picton. For reasons of staff safety, Thrifty will meet pre-booked clients arriving off all scheduled ferry services between the hours of 0800hrs and 1800hrs only.

Drop-off Instructions

Return instruction is being collected.

Opening Hours

Days of Week	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Opening hours	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00	00:00 -02:00 05:00 -00:00

Deposit policy

Deposits are depending on which car type your rental car falls into, and can be paid with credit cards (pre-authorization)

Representative Car Models	Deposit Amount(approx.)	Business Days Required for Refund
Applicable to all car types，incl. Compact，Suv，Economy，Mini and others. Pack up ^	USD300-5000	30-60

Accepted Cards

Credit cards issued by the following companies qualify a car hire from this store: Visa, Master

E-voucher

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

Age requirements

21 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of NZD 17.5 per day approximately.

Driver's License Requirements

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + NZTA Translation

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)

Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.

For local renters, you need to bring:

Full Driving License issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Extras Prices

Additional driver

Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.

NZD 5.5/day

GPS rental

Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.

NZD 12.6/day

Infant car seat rental

Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).

NZD 14.95/day

capped at NZD 59.8

Child car seat rental

Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌

NZD 14.95/day

Child booster seat rental

Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg

NZD 14.95/day

Cross Border

To be updated

Cross Islands

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Towards any New Zealand islands, taking rental cars crossing islands is allowed with certain conditions.

Multi-island travel is still possible by making two separate bookings for the whole journey, one for each island. Single bookings that include rentals on both islands is no longer possible. STARTING ON ONE ISLAND, ENDING ON THE OTHER： Make your booking from where you plan to begin and end your journey. Please provide the details of when you plan to cross between the islands in the comments section of your booking including ferry date and time, without this information we are unable to guarantee a vehicle will be available for you. Book your ferry crossing early and check your rental agreement, if your cross-over date has changed call rental company 5 days before your ferry. If we are not advised of changes, we cannot guarantee a vehicle will be available. Vehicles must be returned to the original rental Island and we will charge a relocation fee of up to $1000 NZD + GST if this does not occur. The rental process remains the same if your rental involves travelling on both islands but starting and ending on the same. Please note you will be liable for the ferry cross over costs.

Ferry Transportation: Allowed

Thrifty allows you to bring the rental vehicle on the ferry. However ferry companies may charge you to bring a vehicle across Cook Strait.

Excess

Collision Damage Waiver Excess differs by car model:

NZD 4000-5000 for other car models.

NZD for Toyota Yaris Cross Or Similar,Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,Kia Niro Hybrid,Nissan Juke,Toyota Hiace,Renault Trafic,Vw Polo,Mystery Vehicle,Bmw 3 Series,Bmw 3 Series,Toyota Kluger Hybrid,Skoda Kodiaq,Ford Mustang Gt,Mercedes Vito 9s,Toyota Camry Hybrid,Renault Captur,Renault Symbioz,Toyota Rav4,Mitsubishi Outlander,Iveco Daily,Mercedes Glc 4x4--4wd,Ford Ranger-4wd,Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,Polestar 2,Mystery Vehicle Commercial,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Yaris Cross Or Similar,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Nissan Juke,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Hiace,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Vw Polo,

NZD 5500 for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes Vito 9s,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD 5500 for Renault Symbioz,

NZD 5500 for Toyota RAV4,

NZD 5500 for Mitsubishi Outlander,

NZD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes Glc 4x4--4wd,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Theft Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD for Toyota Yaris Cross Or Similar,

NZD for Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,

NZD for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD for Nissan Juke,

NZD for Toyota Hiace,

NZD for Renault Trafic,

NZD for Vw Polo,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD for Mercedes Vito 9s,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD for Renault Symbioz,

NZD for Toyota RAV4,

NZD for Mitsubishi Outlander,

NZD for Iveco Daily,

NZD for Mercedes Glc 4x4--4wd,

NZD for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD for Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,

NZD for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5900 for ,

NZD 6900 for ,

Third Party Liability Insurance Excess differs by car model:

NZD 5900-7900 for other car models.

NZD 5500 for Toyota Yaris Cross Or Similar,

NZD 5500 for Toyota Corolla 1.6 Quest,

NZD 5500 for Kia Niro Hybrid,

NZD 5900 for Nissan Juke,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Hiace,

NZD 6001 for Renault Trafic,

NZD 5500 for Vw Polo,

NZD 5500 for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD for Bmw 3 Series,

NZD 6001 for Toyota Kluger Hybrid,

NZD 6001 for Skoda Kodiaq,

NZD 7200 for Ford Mustang Gt,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes Vito 9s,

NZD for Toyota Camry Hybrid,

NZD for Renault Captur,

NZD 5500 for Renault Symbioz,

NZD 5500 for Toyota RAV4,

NZD 5500 for Mitsubishi Outlander,

NZD 6001 for Iveco Daily,

NZD 6001 for Mercedes Glc 4x4--4wd,

NZD 6001 for Ford Ranger-4wd,

NZD 6001 for Kia Carnival 8 Seater Or Similar,

NZD 6001 for Polestar 2,

NZD for Hertz Mystery Vehicle,

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

To be updated

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Hotels

0.7 km from Picton Yacht Club Hotel

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Map view of Thrifty Store Location

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Guest Reviews

Total points： 10.0 / 10 Excellent

Vehicle condition: 0.0
Vehicle cleanliness: 0.0
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Counter staff: 0.0
Pick-up location: 0.0
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Pick-up time: 10-30 mins
Drop-off time: 10-30 mins

Amy Jordan
Picton
10 /10 Excellent
Reviewed: Sunday, February 8, 2026
There is a counter inside the airport, extremely convenient.
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Where is the Car hire Store Location?

Picton Ferry Wharf, 190 High Street, Picton, 7220

What is the Telephone Number?

+6435737387

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car hire Store?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

Yes. E-voucher is accepted. Show the digital voucher on your mobile instead of a print-out is good enough.

What are the Driver Age Requirements for this Car hire Store?

21 - 99 years old

Young Driver Fee applies at 21 - 24 years old with charge of NZD 17.5 per day approximately.

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car hire Store?

The main driver and any additional drivers will need to provide a physical full driving license in their name with no major endorsements. The license should be held for at least 1 year(s).

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

Original driving licence + NZTA Translation
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), a professional organization, certifies driver's license translations specifically intended for self-driving rental vehicles within the New Zealand. Free online NZTA for Japanese driver's license holders: https://www.qeeq.com/nzta-topic

Original driving licence + International Driving Permit (IDP)
Please note that an International Driving Permit (IDP) is only a translation. You must present your original driving licence together with the original IDP at the counter — photocopies or scanned copies are not accepted.
For local renters, you need to bring:

Full Driving License issued in New Zealand

Additional Extras

Additional driver NZD 5.5/day
Note that all drivers must provide their valid documentation.
GPS rental NZD 12.6/day
Provided by the local stores. Usually, interface and voice are of the local language.
Infant car seat rental NZD 14.95/day
capped at NZD 59.8
Recommended for children weighing under 20 lbs /9kg (birth to approx. 1-12 months).
Child car seat rental NZD 14.95/day
Recommended for children weighing 20-40 lbs /9-18kg (approx. 1 - 3 years)‌
Child booster seat rental NZD 14.95/day
Recommended for children weighing 40-80 lbs /18-36 kg

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

Hotels
0.7 km from Picton Yacht Club Hotel

Thrifty, Picton - Ferry Port Car hire

Thrifty - Picton - Ferry Port Information, Car hire Instructions & Policies

Address

Telephone

Pick-up Instructions

Drop-off Instructions

Opening Hours

Deposit policy

Accepted Cards

E-voucher

Age requirements

Driver's License Requirements

Additional Extras

Cross Border

Cross Islands

Conditional:

Excess

Fuel Policy (what does it mean)

Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks

Pay for Car Rentals with Crypto

Where is the Car hire Store Location?

What is the Telephone Number?

What are the Accepted Cards as Payment Methods for this Car hire Store?

Can I Pick up Rental Cars with a E-voucher?

What are the Driver Age Requirements for this Car hire Store?

What are the Driving Licence Requirements to Rent a Car from this Car hire Store?

For foreign renters, you need to bring:

For local renters, you need to bring:

Additional Extras

Additional driver NZD 5.5/day

GPS rental NZD 12.6/day

Infant car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

Child car seat rental NZD 14.95/day

Child booster seat rental NZD 14.95/day

What are the Distances to Airports | Railway Stations | Hotels | Other Landmarks from this Store?

Hotels