"DRIVING AROUND NEW ZEALAND" New Zealand Transportation Tip by kiwigal_1

New Zealand is a great place to drive around however it is important for international travellers to check the rules of driving here as they may be different to your country. State Highway One is the major highway running the length of the country.

You can get rental cars from all the airports. Remember if you start in Auckland that this is a very busy city and traffic is at its peak during the "rush hour" before and after work. It is recommended that you look at a map and plan your route before driving in a vehicle so as not to slow down other drivers! (a hazard I have noticed tourists doing here!!)

For rules on driving please refer to Driving in New Zealand

The AA website below is a good one to look at if you want to find out more information on driving in New Zealand and on travel times and distances between locations.

Mode: TO
Type: Car/Motor Home
Website: http://www.aatravel.co.nz