Title: Cheap Car Hire in Timaru, NZL - Expedia.co.uk

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# Car Rentals in Timaru, NZL

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## Top Rental Car Deals in Timaru

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### Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar

- 4 people

Timaru, Canterbury, NZL

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### Compact

Ford Focus or similar

- 4 people

Timaru, Canterbury, NZL

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### Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar

- 5 people

Timaru, Canterbury, NZL

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### SUV

Jeep Compass or similar

- 5 people

Timaru, Canterbury, NZL

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## Frequently asked questions

### How much is a rental car per day in Timaru?

### What happens if I need to cancel my Timaru car reservation?

### What types of cars can I rent in Timaru?

### Where can I go on a road trip from Timaru?

> - You'll feel the energy of bustling city life the second you pull into Christchurch. Some 90 miles from Timaru, it has loads of fantastic places to discover, like Lyttelton Harbour.
> - Another city popular with travellers is Dunedin, around 110 miles away. Larnach Castle is just one of many reasons why people love this place.
> - After all that time behind the wheel, treat yourself to some time out in nature at Milford Sound. It's roughly 170 miles from Timaru.

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### Where can I find a Timaru hire car if I am younger than 25?

## Car Hire Information

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