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One-Way Car Rental

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More Reasons to GO

Easy pickup, unlimited kilometres and friendly local support.
Modern Hybrid and EV options.

Why GO One-Way?

When it comes to exploring the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand, there's no better way to get GOing than with a one-way rental from GO Rentals.

Fly into your chosen destination and pick up your one-way car hire, then embark on your adventure without the need to backtrack. Enjoy the picturesque charm of New Zealand at your own pace on the open road. When you've reached your final stop, simply drop off your one-way rental car.

Discover the true meaning of Kiwi freedom with GO Rentals' convenient one-way rental service.

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Why GO with us?

  • FREE basic car rental insurance

    Our basic insurance cover is included in the cost of every car hire with two upgraded insurance options available!

  • One-way car rentals

    We can organise one-way rentals with pick-up in one location and drop-off in another. Stick to your dream itinerary without worrying about circling back.

  • Offset carbon emissions

    In partnership with CarbonClick, you can choose to offset the carbon emission of your GO Rentals road trip.

  • 24hr AA roadside assistance

    All GO Rentals hire cars have access to the AA 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance and our Tesla EVs have access to Tesla Roadside Assistance.

  • GO App

    With our GO Rentals App, you can book a car, check in faster and even control your Tesla car functions, right from the palm of your hand.

Total Road Care

A comprehensive $3 per day fee ensures your journey is simple and stress-free, we include the following services:

  • Roadside Assistance

    Complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.

  • Government Road Taxes

    Covers registration costs, safety inspections and road user charges.

  • Toll Road Freedom

    Enjoy free passage on all toll roads, we cover all costs including admin fees.

With Total Road Care, we handle all the essentials so you can focus on the adventure ahead.

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How to Book a One-Way Car Rental?

Simply add your itinerary details to our booking widget, including your chosen return location, and click "Find my car". We offer one-way car rentals at all of our 10 locations on both the South and North Islands. Please note:

  • A one-way rental fee may apply of between $100 - $1,000 depending on the availability of our branches. The exact amount will show on your booking summary before checkout.

  • Our minimum one-way car hire period may vary between 1 and 7 days depending on the driving distance between your pick-up and drop-off locations.

Whilst our one-way rentals are dependent on season peak times and vehicle availability in branches, we can create more one-way availability if we need to move vehicles to another location. If you are not satisfied with our website availability, please call us and we will do our best to accommodate your epic one-way road trip.

GO between the North and South Island in New Zealand

You can take any GO Rentals vehicle on the Cook Strait Ferry between the North and South Island, which is perfect for a stress-free one-way road trip. We have 10 car rental branches spread evenly throughout New Zealand, in the major destinations. You’re never far from a GO Rentals car.

Requesting a New Drop-Off Location After Car Pickup

Travel plans change and we’re always happy to help you get to the places you love the most. Simply call us or email info@gorentals.co.nz and we will check the branch vehicle capacity in order to change your drop-off location.

Please note that last-minute changes may be subject to an additional relocation fee.

The best vehicles for a One-Way car rental

With a great selection of affordable vehicles, GO Rentals is ready to get you on the road for a one-way trip. Choose from 4-wheel drives and SUVs for ski or family trips to luxury electric vehicles for a stylish self-drive trip. Put your itinerary details in to see our vehicle availability and start planning your GO trip.

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One-Way Rental Deals

Discover the best deals and relocations for your one-way car rental and make the most of your New Zealand adventure for less with GO

One-Way Road Trip Ideas

We love knowing our rental cars do more than just get you from A to B. With an interactive trip planner and an extensive travel blog to inspire you, your one-way car rental in New Zealand is an epic adventure with a GO Rentals car.

Submit a photo of your one-way rental trip to our Snap Happy competition and you could win $500 back off your booking. Show us where our GO car has taken you!

Other One-Way Trips

Frequently asked questions

Is it more expensive to rent a car one way?

The price of our rental vehicles does not increase for one-way hires. However, depending on the location availability, a relocation fee of between $100 - $1,000 may apply and will be shown within your booking summary before checkout.


Can I take a car rental from the North Island to the South Island?

All of our car rentals can go on the Cook Strait ferry from the North to the South Island. Book your one-way car rental in advance and secure a place on the ferry from Wellington to Picton and you can have a stress-free road trip across the whole of New Zealand.


Can someone else return my one-way car rental?

You can add an additional driver to your booking at any time and they can return your one-way rental. The additional driver will need to meet the minimum licence requirements and be able to present this licence at any of our branches before being added to the rental agreement.


What is your kilometre allowance for one-way car rentals?

You are not restricted to a kilometre limit on any of our GO Rentals car classes. This means you can pick up your one-way car rental, drive the whole of New Zealand, and not be charged an additional fee when you drop off. Get GOing on your epic Kiwi trip today!