Wellington Towing Pricing
No hidden fees. We quote before dispatch. Here are our Wellington towing rates for 2026.
Standard Wellington Towing Rates
| Service | From Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard callout (Wellington city) | $90 | Weekday, business hours |
| Per km charge | $4–$5/km | Vehicle type dependent |
| Local tow (under 10km) | $90–$140 | All-inclusive short tows |
| Medium tow (10–25km) | $140–$210 | e.g. Karori to Petone |
| Cross-region (25–50km) | $210–$330 | e.g. Wellington to Upper Hutt |
| After-hours surcharge (6pm–7am) | +$30–$50 | Weeknights and weekends |
| Motorcycle towing | From $115 | Specialist enclosed trailer |
| Heavy vehicle (van/truck) | From $170 | Specialist equipment required |
| Motorhome / campervan | From $210 | Size and weight dependent |
| Flatbed towing | From $125 | Low vehicles, performance cars |
Remutaka Hill SH2 Recovery Rates
| Service | From Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Remutaka Hill breakdown recovery | From $180 | Specialist equipment, summit area |
| Remutaka Hill accident recovery | From $250 | Complex recovery, slope work |
| Night Remutaka Hill recovery | From $280 | Additional safety requirements |
Long Distance Towing from Wellington
| Route | Approx Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington to Palmerston North | From $280 | ~140km |
| Wellington to Napier | From $420 | ~320km |
| Wellington to Christchurch | From $780 | ~340km + Cook Strait ferry |
| Wellington to Auckland | From $880 | ~650km — call for quote |
| Wellington to Whanganui | From $220 | ~190km |
Towing Wellington — FAQ
How much does towing cost in Wellington?
Standard Wellington towing: callout from $90, then approximately $4–$5 per km. Local tow under 10km: $90–$140 typically. Remutaka Hill recoveries: higher due to specialist equipment needed. See our full pricing page.
How fast will you arrive in Wellington?
Average response in Wellington city: 15–25 minutes. Hutt Valley: 25–35 minutes. Porirua: 25–35 minutes. Remutaka Hill: 35–50 minutes. We give a specific ETA when you call.
Do you tow 24 hours a day?
Yes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including public holidays. Breakdowns in Wellington happen in all weather, day and night.
Do you specialise in Remutaka Hill recovery?
Yes. We are Wellington’s specialist SH2 Remutaka Hill recovery service with appropriate equipment for the hill’s steep gradients, tight corners, and wind conditions.
Do you tow in Wellington’s tunnels?
Yes. We handle Terrace Tunnel and Mt Victoria Tunnel breakdowns as part of our regular Wellington operations, working with NZTA protocols.
Do you cover the Hutt Valley and Kapiti Coast?
Yes. Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti Coast including Paraparaumu and Waikanae — all covered at competitive Wellington pricing.
Do you tow motorcycles?
Yes, with specialist motorcycle trailers for safe, damage-free bike transport across all Wellington suburbs and the Hutt Valley.
Need a Tow Truck in Wellington?
24/7 emergency towing across Wellington, the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and the Kapiti Coast. Remutaka Hill specialists.