$43 Cheap Car Rental in Nelson

If your trip to Nelson is all locked in but your itinerary is a little on the empty side, we can give you a few hints and tips.Need to flesh out your itinerary? Swing by Princess Margaret Rose Caves, which is just a quick drive away. Try your hand at some cycling while you’re in town as well.

Discover the delights of nearby Mount Gambier. What’s 20 miles when you’ve got your very own ride? The drive itself is half the fun! See the sights beginning with Umpherston Sinkhole, Blue Lake Reserve and Mount Gambier Central. Locals will also probably point you in the direction of Portland, 35 miles away. If you can only see one thing here, make sure it’s Great South West Walk. (But we’re also big fans of Nuns Beach and Portland Arts Centre.)

Whether you’re on the road by yourself or with the whole gang, we’ve got your ideal ride in Nelson. If you want something small, why not grab the keys to a mini? These zippy cars are lots of fun to drive and cheap to run. Excited to explore the surrounding areas? An SUV or a full-size car could be perfect. If you’d prefer to go all out on your getaway, make an impression with one of our ritzy premium cars.

First of all, there’s a great range of both luxury and economy rental vehicles available in Nelson. What you end up opting for depends on how much you’re willing to spend and what you plan to do. Specialty vehicles offer unparalleled comfort and class. If you want to treat yourself, why not grab a high-end SUV, or perhaps a stylish mid-sized sedan? On the other hand, if you just need a car to whiz around town in as cheaply as possible, go for a no-frills compact vehicle (or something else that’s unlikely to break the bank).

The left-hand side of the road is where you’ll be driving in Nelson. Also take note that the controls of your rental car here, like the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the opposite side of what you’re used to.

No, you shouldn’t have any difficulties finding a parking spot in Nelson. With plenty of places to leave your wheels, exploring the best of this destination is easy.

Speed limits vary in Nelson, but typically range from 40km/h to 110km/h. Most residential roads have a top speed of 50km/h unless indicated otherwise.

As in many places, standard cell phone usage is not allowed while operating a vehicle in Nelson. There is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just be sure to keep your eyes on the road.

In Nelson, it’s an offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) in excess of 0.05%. If you’re planning to have a few drinks over dinner, you’d be wise to leave your rental car at your hotel.

No, it’s not. In Nelson, red equals stop, with no exceptions. When approaching traffic lights, always drive at a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

You bet. However, there are exceptions for vehicles used by public transportation networks.