Towing Christchurch FAQ
Everything you need to know about towing in Christchurch and Canterbury.
How much does towing cost in Christchurch?
Standard Christchurch towing: callout from $85, then approx $3.50-5/km. Local tow under 10km: $85-$130. Arthur's Pass alpine recovery from $180.
How fast do you respond?
Christchurch city: 15-20 min average. Banks Peninsula: 25-45 min. Arthur's Pass: 60-90 min.
Do you specialise in Arthur's Pass SH73?
Yes. We are Canterbury's dedicated SH73 Arthur's Pass and alpine recovery specialists.
Do you cover Banks Peninsula?
Yes. Lyttelton, Sumner, Governor's Bay, Akaroa — all covered. Akaroa is 84km from Christchurch, response time approximately 75 minutes.
Do you tow campervans?
Yes. Canterbury tourism generates significant campervan traffic. We carry appropriate heavy equipment year-round.
Do you cover Selwyn and Waimakariri?
Yes. Rolleston, Lincoln, Rangiora, Kaiapoi and all Canterbury districts covered.
Do you do long distance towing from Christchurch?
Yes. Christchurch to Dunedin from $480, to Nelson from $450, to Queenstown from $560.
Are you NZTA compliant?
Yes. All operators fully licensed, NZTA compliant, and insured.
Do you tow 24 hours a day?
Yes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including all public holidays.
Do you cover the Lyttelton Tunnel?
Yes. We work with NZTA protocols for Lyttelton Tunnel breakdown recovery.
Need a Tow Truck in Christchurch?
24/7 emergency towing across Christchurch, Banks Peninsula, Selwyn, Waimakariri, and Arthur’s Pass.