Relocation cars NZ
Relocation cars are rentals that need to get back to another branch — so the hire drops to around $1 a day. Pick a route, drive it one-way across New Zealand, and drop it off before the deadline. Fuel and the Cook Strait ferry are included on many listings.
Relocation cars available now in New Zealand
Live listings from New Zealand rental companies. New relocations are added daily.
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What to check before you book
Free days. Every listing shows how many days the discounted rate covers. Auckland to Queenstown comfortably needs three days; a Christchurch to Queenstown run can be done in one.
Free kilometres. Some relocations are unlimited km, others give a set allowance with a per-km rate after that. The card shows both before you commit.
Ferry and fuel. North-to-South Island relocations often include the Wellington–Picton ferry crossing and a fuel allowance.
Deadline. The vehicle must be back at the destination depot by the date on the listing — that is the whole reason the hire is cheap.
Relocation cars NZ — FAQ
- What are relocation cars in NZ?
- Relocation cars are rental vehicles that need to be driven back to another branch. Rental companies discount the hire to as little as $1 a day because you are moving the car for them.
- How much does a relocation car cost in New Zealand?
- Most NZ relocations are $1 to $5 per day for the free hire period. Many listings also include a fuel allowance and the Interislander or Bluebridge ferry between Wellington and Picton.
- Which NZ routes have the most relocation cars?
- Auckland to Christchurch, Christchurch to Queenstown, Auckland to Wellington and Queenstown to Christchurch are the busiest relocation routes in New Zealand.
- Who can drive a relocation car in NZ?
- You need a full, current driver licence (an overseas licence with an English translation is accepted), you must meet the rental company's minimum age, and you must return the vehicle by the deadline on the listing.
- Is a relocation the same as a one-way car hire?
- It is a one-way hire with a deadline. You collect at the pickup city and drop off at the destination city within the free days shown on the listing.
More answers on the FAQ page, or read about Tote Car. Rental operator? List your relocations.