Private driver · Your own car · Auckland
Hire a Driver in Auckland: We Drive Your Own Car, by the Hour or Day
A police-vetted private driver takes the wheel of your car for as long as you need, from a 2-hour errand to a full day of wine tasting.
$220 half-day (up to 4 hrs)
$400 full-day (up to 8 hrs)
Police-vetted drivers · NZTA passenger endorsements · Licensed service SPSL No. 0335184
Ways to hire a driver
Winery & day tours
Matakana, Kumeu, Waiheke mainland transfers and local scenic trips. Taste freely; we drive.
Medical appointments & day procedures
When you’ve been advised not to drive afterwards (e.g. after anaesthetic or eye procedures).
Errands & shopping
For seniors or busy professionals who’d rather not drive or park.
Planning a corporate function, business roadshow, wedding or event? Call 0800 456 008 and ask about our corporate & events service.
Pricing
| Option | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly | $60 / hour | Minimum 2 hours |
| Half-day | $220 | Up to 4 hours |
| Full-day | $400 | Up to 8 hours |
| Extra time | $30 per 30 minutes | Beyond your booked block |
| Late-night | +$20 / hour | If the booking runs past 11pm, applied to the whole booking |
| Travel | Included within 25 km of the Auckland CBD | Beyond 25 km: $1/km for the distance over 25 km, for pickup travel and for your driver’s return (e.g. Matakana or South Franklin) |
| Your car’s costs | Paid by you | Fuel, tolls and parking stay with the vehicle owner |
How it works
Book at least 12 hours ahead
Call 0800 456 008 or text 021 235 6282 with your date, start time, pickup address and plans.
Your driver arrives
One dedicated, police-vetted driver meets you and takes the wheel of your car.
Go wherever you need
Your driver stays with you and your car for the whole booking.
Done
We finish where you choose; your driver makes their own way back.
Availability
Available 7 days a week, any time of day, by prior booking (minimum 12 hours’ notice), including daytime bookings outside our usual evening designated-driver hours.
What we can’t do
- ✕ Commercial freight, heavy haulage or towing
- ✕ Vehicles that are unroadworthy, unregistered, or without a current WoF/registration
- ✕ Ride-share work (we can’t drive Uber or similar shifts in your car)
Just need to get home?
For a one-way ride home in your own car after a night out, our two-driver designated-driver service is priced per km instead.
Trust & safety
Police-vetted drivers holding NZTA passenger endorsements; licensed service (SPSL No. 0335184).
How we vet our drivers →Frequently asked questions
What's the minimum booking?
2 hours.
How far ahead do I need to book?
At least 12 hours.
Who pays for fuel, tolls and parking?
You do; it’s your car.
What if we run over time?
Extra time is $30 per 30 minutes.
Is it more expensive late at night?
If your booking runs past 11pm, a $20/hour late-night rate applies to the whole booking.
Can you drive us to Matakana or Kumeu wineries?
Yes, winery and day tours are part of our time-hire service. Travel within 25 km of the Auckland CBD is included; beyond that, pickup and return travel are $1/km for the distance over 25 km.
Is it one driver or two?
One dedicated driver stays with you and your car for the whole booking.