Title: Car Rental The Wood - Expedia.com [The Wood Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Nelson-The-Wood.dx693056776309243904)[Hotels in The Wood](https://expedia.com/The-Wood-Nelson-Hotels.0-n693056776309243904-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Nelson](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Nelson.d2600.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Nelson](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Nelson.d2600.Travel-Guide-Activities)[The Wood Vacations](https://expedia.com/The-Wood.d693056776309243904.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693056776309243904/e62ee4c3-2671-4114-b3e8-4e5bede57ccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Car Rental The Wood ## Search and Compare from Car Companies in The Wood ## Featured car rental suppliers Compare from agencies ![car suppliers logo](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/02/16/car-suppliers-logo-desktop.jpg) - ![protection illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__protection.svg) ### Change your mind Penalty-free cancellation on many/select car rentals - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save 10% or more on over 1 million car rentals [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) - ![package illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__package.svg) ### Shop smart Compare car suppliers and package your flight, hotel, and car to save ## Top Car Deals in The Wood \* Price found within the past 6 days. Click for updated prices. ### Economy Chevrolet Spark or similar - 4 people Nelson, Nelson Region, NZL ![Chevrolet Spark](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_EC.png) [](https://expedia.com/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=The%20Wood,%20Nelson,%20Nelson%20Region,%20New%20Zealand&dpln=693056776309243904&date1=3/29/2026&date2=3/31/2026&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22economy%22]) ### Compact Ford Focus or similar - 4 people Nelson, Nelson Region, NZL ![Ford Focus](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_CC.png) [](https://expedia.com/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=The%20Wood,%20Nelson,%20Nelson%20Region,%20New%20Zealand&dpln=693056776309243904&date1=3/29/2026&date2=3/31/2026&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22compact%22]) ### Midsize Toyota Corolla or similar - 5 people Nelson, Nelson Region, NZL ![Toyota Corolla](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_IC.png) [](https://expedia.com/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=The%20Wood,%20Nelson,%20Nelson%20Region,%20New%20Zealand&dpln=693056776309243904&date1=3/29/2026&date2=3/31/2026&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22midsize%22]) ### SUV Jeep Compass or similar - 5 people Nelson, Nelson Region, NZL ![Jeep Compass](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_SF.png) [](https://expedia.com/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=The%20Wood,%20Nelson,%20Nelson%20Region,%20New%20Zealand&dpln=693056776309243904&date1=3/29/2026&date2=3/31/2026&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22suv%22]) ### Don't see what you're looking for? See all car rentals in The Wood [View all cars](https://expedia.com/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=The%20Wood,%20Nelson,%20Nelson%20Region,%20New%20Zealand&dpln=693056776309243904&date1=3/29/2026&date2=3/31/2026&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a rental car per day in The Wood? ### What happens if I need to cancel my The Wood car reservation? ### Where can I go on a road trip from The Wood? > - You'll find Te Papa and lots more intriguing sights in Wellington. From The Wood, it's about 75 miles away. > - Located 95 miles away, Upper Hutt is also a hit with wanderers. Set aside time to take in Trentham Racecourse while you're in town. It's one of the reasons people love visiting this buzzing city. > - Find your way to Lyttelton Harbour to rediscover nature. Pack a picnic to enjoy or just relax and unwind. From The Wood, it's about 160 miles away. ### How do I find the best car rental deals in The Wood with Expedia? ### How old do you have to be to rent a car in The Wood? ### What do you need to rent a car in The Wood? ### What side of the road do you drive on in The Wood? ### What is the cheapest car rental in The Wood? ### Can I rent a car for a month or longer in The Wood? ### Where can I find a The Wood car rental if I am younger than 25? ### What insurance should I choose for my car rental in The Wood? ### Can I drive in The Wood with my current driver's license? > - Age restrictions: You'll need to be 25 or over in most countries to rent a car. If you're younger, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of cars you can rent. > - Driving limitations: Make sure you read the fine print before getting behind the wheel. You typically can't cross country borders, drive on ferries or on off-road areas with a rental car. ## Car Rental Information | Popular car types | [SUV](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/suv?rfrr=car.table.SUV), [Full Size](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/fullsize?rfrr=car.table.FullSize), [Economy](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/economy?rfrr=car.table.Economy) | | ------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Car suppliers available | | | Our best deal of the day | | | Our second best deal of the day | | | Our third best deal of the day | | | From the airport to your hotel | [Airport Transportation](https://www.expedia.com/ground-transfers?rfrr=car.table.AirportTransportation) | | From popular domestic and international airports | [Airport Car Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/car-rental/airport) |