“Needed a long distance tow from Christchurch to Dunedin. Great price, vehicle arrived in perfect condition, and communication throughout was exceptional.”
— Amanda R.
Christchurch CBD
24/7 emergency towing in Lyttelton. Average 25 min response. Lyttelton is Christchurch's historic port town at the other side of the Port Hills, connected to the city by the Lyttelton Road Tunnel — the South Island's busiest tunnel.
24/7 — dispatched immediately across Canterbury.
03 244 0065Call Now — We Answer 24/7 Call for TowingNeed a tow truck in Lyttelton? Towing Christchurch provides 24/7 emergency towing across Lyttelton and all of the Banks Peninsula. Average response time: 25 min.
Lyttelton is Christchurch's historic port town at the other side of the Port Hills, connected to the city by the Lyttelton Road Tunnel — the South Island's busiest tunnel.
Callout from $85 plus approx $3.50–5/km. Quote before dispatch. EFTPOS and cash accepted. See our pricing guide.
Local landmarks include Port of Lyttelton, Lyttelton Tunnel, Lyttelton Harbour.
Real reviews from Christchurch and Canterbury drivers who needed a tow.
“Needed a long distance tow from Christchurch to Dunedin. Great price, vehicle arrived in perfect condition, and communication throughout was exceptional.”
— Amanda R.
Christchurch CBD
“Accident on the Southern Motorway. Towing Christchurch arrived quickly, coordinated with Police, and towed my vehicle to my preferred panel beater. Excellent service in a stressful situation.”
— James T.
Hornby
“Campervan breakdown near Akaroa on Banks Peninsula. Remote location but they came out, had the right heavy equipment, and got us sorted. Lifesavers for our holiday.”
— Mel & Tom
Akaroa
Standard Christchurch towing: callout from $85, then approx $3.50–$5/km. Local tow under 10km: $85–$130. Arthur’s Pass SH73 alpine recovery: from $180. See our pricing page.
Christchurch city average: 15–25 minutes. Banks Peninsula: 25–45 minutes depending on location. Arthur’s Pass: 60–90 minutes. Realistic ETA given when you call.
Yes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including all public holidays. Canterbury ski season and summer tourism create busy after-hours periods.
Yes. We are Christchurch’s dedicated SH73 Arthur’s Pass recovery specialists with appropriate equipment for the alpine road’s conditions and gradient.
Yes. Lyttelton, Sumner, Governor’s Bay, and Akaroa all covered. Note that Akaroa is 84km from Christchurch — response time approximately 75 minutes.
Yes. Rolleston, Lincoln, Rangiora, Kaiapoi, and all surrounding Canterbury communities are covered.
Yes. Canterbury’s tourism economy and alpine roads generate significant campervan and motorhome breakdowns. We carry appropriate heavy equipment year-round.
24/7 emergency towing across Christchurch, Banks Peninsula, Selwyn, Waimakariri, and Arthur’s Pass.