One-Way Campervan Hire Wellington to Auckland Compare

Distance: Approximately 140 km (87 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Things to See:

• Victoria Esplanade Gardens
• Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History
• The New Zealand Rugby Museum

Distance: Approximately 75 km (47 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour

Highlights:

• Whanganui River (kayaking and scenic river cruises)
• Durie Hill Elevator and Tower (historic lift and lookout)
• Whanganui Regional Museum

Distance: Approximately 130 km (81 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours

Must-See Stops:

• Tongariro Alpine Crossing (one of New Zealand’s best day hikes)
• Mount Ruapehu (skiing in winter, hiking in summer)
• Tawhai Falls (also known as “Gollum’s Pool” from The Lord of the Rings)

Distance: Approximately 100 km (62 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour

Things to Experience:

• Huka Falls (powerful waterfalls on the Waikato River)
• Lake Taupo (New Zealand’s largest lake)
• Orakei Korako Geothermal Park & Cave

Distance: Approximately 80 km (50 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour

Highlights:

• Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland (geothermal attractions)
• Te Puia (geysers, mud pools, and Maori cultural experiences)
• Polynesian Spa (natural hot springs)

Distance: Approximately 70 km (43 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour

Things to See:

• Hobbiton Movie Set (guided tour through The Lord of the Rings set)
• Wairere Falls (short hike to a beautiful waterfall)
• Firth Tower Museum (local history and views)

Distance: Approximately 65 km (40 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour

Places of Interest:

• Hamilton Gardens (themed garden areas)
• Waikato Museum
• Hamilton Lake Domain (beautiful park and lake)

Distance: Approximately 70 km (43 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1 hour

Must-See Stops:

• Waitomo Glowworm Caves (boat tour through glowworm-lit caves)
• Ruakuri Cave (guided underground tours)
• Marokopa Falls (scenic waterfall with a short walk)

Distance: Approximately 200 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 2.5 hours

Attractions in Auckland:

• Sky Tower (views of the city and beyond)
• Auckland War Memorial Museum
• Waiheke Island (short ferry ride from Auckland)

Yes - simply use the search tool at the top of this page to check availability.

If you wish to go freedom camping in New Zealand, your vehicle must be self-contained and certified.

This means you must be able to live in the vehicle for 3 days without needing additional water or dump facilities.

A self-contained campervan must have:

• A toilet
• A shower
• Wastewater storage tank
• A rubbish bin with a lid

The vehicle must be inspected by a qualified officer and display a self-containment sticker to prove it meets these standards.

New Zealand has plenty of options for camping available. These range from privately owned holiday parks to DOC (Department of Conservation) campsites.

A stay at a holiday park will usually cost between $30-50 (NZD) per night, depending on the area. A stay at a DOC campsite can range from $5-15 per person per night.

DOC campsites can be a little more basic. However, many do have amenities available. These include toilets, showers, rubbish bins and communal kitchen facilities in some cases.

Yes, a large number of companies allow for one-way rentals.

One-way rentals may not be available between all routes, and additional fees apply, depending on the pick-up and drop-off locations. Our comparison tool will automatically factor in any additional fees and show you which vehicles are available on your preferred route.

Yes, many companies have depots in both the North and South Islands and allow one-way trips.

If you’re planning this type of trip, you’ll need to pay the cost of the ferry and any one-way fees. Our support team can help with your booking.