Caravan shipping from Adelaide to New Zealand
Selected MOL sailings from Adelaide to Auckland, with Wellington and Lyttelton via Auckland. Priced on size, with NZ customs and MPI handled.
Ship from Adelaide, not the east coast
You don’t need to tow your van to Melbourne. MOL loads at Adelaide on selected sailings to Auckland, with Wellington and Lyttelton reached via Auckland. There’s no Nelson service from Adelaide.
Next sailings from Adelaide
| Line and vessel | Departs Adelaide | Arrives New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| MOL Elegant Ace | 31 Oct | Wellington 7 Dec Lyttelton 8 Dec |
| MOL Prime Ace (or substitute) | 16 Nov | Auckland 29 Nov Wellington 18 Dec Lyttelton 19 Dec |
| MOL Meridian Ace (or substitute) | 3 Dec | Auckland 14 Dec |
| MOL Luna Spirit (or substitute) | 7 Dec | To be confirmed |
Carrier estimates, updated every weekday. Adelaide has selected sailings rather than weekly ones, so book early.
What it costs
| Caravan or motorhome, per m³ | AUD 90.00 per m³, 50 m³ minimum |
|---|---|
| Example: 50 m³ caravan | AUD 4,500 + NZD 630 |
| NZ local charges, per unit | NZD 630 (customs clearance, MPI fees, EDI and VIN entry) |
| Car, van, ute or 4WD up to 20 m³ | AUD 3,250 all-in |
Not included: cartage to the Adelaide terminal (we can quote it), NZ GST and any duty, cleaning or re-inspection if MPI isn’t happy first time, delivery to a compliance yard, and entry certification, compliance and registration in New Zealand.
See how caravans are priced and use the m³ calculator to size your van.
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Adelaide to New Zealand questions
How much does it cost to ship a caravan from Adelaide to New Zealand?
AUD 90.00 per m³ on our published rate, with a 50 m³ minimum, plus NZ local charges of NZD 630 per unit. Cartage to the Adelaide terminal is extra.
How often do ships leave Adelaide for New Zealand?
Adelaide has selected sailings rather than a weekly service, usually a few weeks apart. The table on this page shows the next ones.
Can I ship from Adelaide to Nelson?
No, there’s no Nelson service from Adelaide. For Nelson, ship from Melbourne instead.
Which NZ ports can I reach from Adelaide?
Auckland, and Wellington and Lyttelton via Auckland.