Moving from Auckland to Queenstown
Moving from Auckland to Queenstown covers approximately 1530 km and takes around 20 hours by road. This route requires a Cook Strait ferry crossing between the North and South Islands, which your mover will coordinate as part of the move. Movestuff connects you with pre-vetted, insured movers who service this route regularly — get free, no-obligation quotes in minutes.
1530
km distance
~20h
driving time
Yes
ferry crossing
Free
to get quotes
Services — Auckland to Queenstown
House Moving
Professional house moving services for residential relocations of any size.
Office Relocation
Seamless office and commercial relocation with minimal downtime.
Car Transport
Safe and reliable vehicle transport across New Zealand.
Pet & Animal Transport
Specialist pet and animal transport with care and compliance.
Junk Removal
Fast and affordable junk removal and rubbish clearance services.
Furniture Delivery
Single-item and bulk furniture delivery anywhere in NZ.
Commercial Moving
End-to-end commercial and business relocation services.
Specialty Items
Transport for pianos, art, antiques, and other specialty items.
How Much Does It Cost to Move from Auckland to Queenstown?
| Move Size | Estimated Cost (NZD) |
|---|---|
| Few items / single piece | $300 – $800+ |
| 1–2 bedroom move | $1,500 – $3,000+ |
| 3+ bedroom house | $4,000 – $7,500+ |
| Office / commercial | $2,500 – $8,000+ |
Prices are estimates and vary by volume, access, packing requirements, and time of year. Get an accurate quote by listing your job on Movestuff.
North Island to South Island — Ferry Logistics
Moving between Auckland and Queenstown requires crossing Cook Strait via the Interislander or Bluebridge ferry between Wellington and Picton. The crossing takes approximately 3.5 hours. Your mover handles all ferry bookings and logistics — your belongings stay securely loaded on the truck throughout the crossing. Ferry availability can affect scheduling during peak season (December–February), so booking early is recommended.