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There are no car dealerships or rental depots in Pāpāmoa itself - but Tauranga Airport is 15 minutes away with all the major rental companies, and Hewletts Road in Mount Maunganui has the Bay of Plenty’s largest strip of car dealerships, about 20 minutes from Pāpāmoa.

Arriving by air? Pick up your rental at Tauranga Airport (TRG) and you’ll be at Pāpāmoa Beach in about 15 minutes via SH2. All major rental companies have counters inside the terminal.
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Car Rental - Tauranga Airport 15 min from Pāpāmoa · 73 Jean Batten Drive
All at Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui Rental counters are inside the terminal at the arrivals area. From the airport, Pāpāmoa is a straight 15-minute drive east on SH2. Rates average around $45/day for a compact, $60/day for an SUV. Book in advance for better rates, especially during summer.
Apex Car Rentals
Independent NZ rental

NZ-owned independent with a strong reputation for value and service. Wide fleet from compacts to SUVs. On-airport counter at TRG terminal.

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Ezi Car Rental
Independent NZ rental

Largest independent car hire operator in NZ. Predominantly new fleet. 73 Jean Batten Drive. Mon–Fri 8am–9pm, Sat 8am–7:30pm, Sun 8am–9pm. Highly rated.

On-airportNew fleetYoung driver friendly (18+)
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Budget
International brand

Counter inside the terminal at arrivals. Offers shuttle services from off-airport locations. Truck and ute hire also available.

On-airportShuttle serviceTrucks & utes
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Hertz
International brand

International brand with on-airport counter at TRG. Shuttle service available. Young driver hire from age 18 with surcharge.

On-airportShuttle serviceYoung driver (18+)
Avis
International brand

Well-known international brand. On-airport counter. One-way rentals to Auckland, Wellington and other NZ centres available.

On-airportOne-way rentals
Thrifty
International brand

Budget-friendly international brand with on-airport counter. Young drivers from age 18. Rated highly by customers at TRG.

On-airportYoung driver (18+)Good value
Rite Price Rentals
Local NZ rental - near airport

Two branches: Tauranga City and near the Airport. Shuttle service from cruise port and airport. Cars and vans. Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat–Sun 8am–12pm. Good for longer-term rentals.

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Car Dealerships - Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui 20 min from Pāpāmoa
Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui - Bay of Plenty’s car dealer strip Hewletts Road hosts the Bay of Plenty’s largest concentration of new and used car dealerships. All major brands are represented within a 2km stretch. About 20 minutes from central Pāpāmoa via SH2.
Farmer Autovillage
116 & 19 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui

The Bay of Plenty’s largest automotive destination. Two adjoining sites on Hewletts Road housing 12 brands. On-site workshop (21 bays), parts, tyres, windscreen repair, motorhome centre and a commercial cafe. Family-owned, operating since 1991.

NissanAudiVolkswagenSubaruJeepMGHyundaiSkoda+ more
Ebbett Prestige Tauranga
107–115 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui

Luxury and prestige vehicles. Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo and Polestar under one group. New, demo and used stock with specialist service and parts departments.

JaguarLand RoverVolvoPolestar
TMC Mt Maunganui
100 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui  ·  07 578 1378

Tauranga Motor Company at Hewletts Road. New and used vehicles across Kia, Suzuki, Honda and newer EV brands. Over 20 years in the Bay of Plenty. Finance, servicing, WoF and parts on-site.

KiaSuzukiHondaGACMahindra
Ultimate Motor Group
150 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui  ·  07 579 0180

Ford and Mazda franchise dealership at the southern end of Hewletts Road. New and used vehicles, service, WoF, parts and accessories. Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 9am–4pm.

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Cars & vehicle hire near Pāpāmoa - common questions

Tauranga Airport (TRG) is the nearest rental hub, about 15 minutes from Pāpāmoa via SH2. All major companies operate from 73 Jean Batten Drive: Apex, Avis, Budget, Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty, all with counters inside the terminal. Rite Price Rentals also has a depot near the airport for budget options.
Tauranga Airport is approximately 15 minutes from central Pāpāmoa via State Highway 2. It is at 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui. The airport serves domestic routes to Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
There are no car dealerships in Pāpāmoa itself. The nearest are on Hewletts Road in Mount Maunganui, about 20 minutes away. Farmer Autovillage (12 brands including Nissan, Audi, VW, Subaru), TMC (Kia, Suzuki, Honda), Ebbett Prestige (Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo) and Ultimate Motor Group (Ford, Mazda) are all within a 2km strip.
The quickest route is via State Highway 2 east through Mount Maunganui, taking about 15 minutes. A rental car is the most convenient option. Taxis and rideshare services also operate from the airport. There is no direct bus service between the airport and Pāpāmoa.
Rates vary by company, season and vehicle type. As a guide, compact cars (such as a Toyota Yaris or Suzuki Swift) start around $45–$63 per day. SUVs run $60–$100+ per day. Booking at least a week in advance generally gets a better rate. Ezi Car Rental is among the highest-rated providers at TRG.

At a Glance

  • Tauranga Airport (TRG) - 15 min from Pāpāmoa
  • 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mt Maunganui
  • Rental brands: Apex, Avis, Budget, Ezi, Hertz, Thrifty
  • All counters inside the terminal
  • Avg compact car: ~$45–$63/day
  • Dealerships: Hewletts Road, 20 min away
  • Farmer Autovillage - 12 brands at 116 Hewletts Rd
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