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How to ship for cheap bicycle in NZ

You can transport anything, including intact bicycles, with ease. Wise Move has a network of transporters who can deliver your bicycle at an affordable rate anywhere in New Zealand. Let us show you how it works.
By · Updated July 10, 2024
How to ship for cheap bicycle in NZ

Bicycle shipping services at low-cost across New Zealand

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You can transport anything, including fully-assembled bicycles, with ease. Wise Move offers a network of transporters who can deliver your bicycle at competitive rates across New Zealand. Discover how our service works.

Why Ship Your Bicycle in New Zealand?

While you have several options for transporting your bicycle in New Zealand, using a dedicated transport service is often the simplest. Alternatively, you could transport your bike by aeroplane, which has its own advantages and disadvantages.

One advantage of air travel is that your bike can be checked as an oversized item, ensuring it travels with you and is available upon arrival at your destination.

However, flying with a bike requires you to dismantle it, which is time-consuming. Additionally, purchasing a proper bike case, although costly, is necessary to protect your bike from potential damage by baggage handlers.

Air transport is not an option for e-bikes. Airlines in New Zealand do not permit e-bikes in cargo holds because their lithium batteries are considered hazardous due to their size.

Preparing to Ship Your Bicycle

Traditional shipping companies that handle regular parcels often find bike shipping expensive and do not specialise in it.

With Wise Move, you can save on costs and effort by opting for our unique service that does not require boxing or dismantling your bike. Choose from a wide range of transporters who specialise in bike transport and offer secure transport solutions by attaching your fully-assembled bicycle safely to the truck wall.

This method eliminates the need for costly packing materials and time-consuming assembly and disassembly, making it a convenient and secure option for bike transport.

How to Ship Your Bicycle

Shipping a bicycle is more straightforward than you might think. Follow these three steps:

Create a Listing for Your Shipment

Start by providing an accurate description of your bicycle, including its transport time, pick-up and delivery locations, and its dimensions. Specify that your bike will be transported fully assembled. The more details you provide, the more precise your quote will be.

Choose the Shipping Company That Fits Your Needs

Upon posting your listing, various companies will submit quotes. This gives you a chance to ask questions and engage directly with the companies to gauge their experience, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Wise Move allows carriers to display customer feedback on their profiles. This transparency helps you understand their experience with bike transport and read reviews from past customers.

After reviewing their profiles and interacting with them, you can confidently select the best transporter for your needs, who will transport your bicycle without the need for disassembly or boxing.

Shipping and Delivery of Your Bicycle

After selecting a carrier, maintain communication for any further questions or details. Sharing any third-party contact information can facilitate a smoother shipment process. Coordinate the pick-up and delivery details with your carrier. For any concerns, our team at Wise Move is always ready to assist throughout the transport process.

How Much Will Shipping My Bicycle Cost?

Bicycle Shipping Costs

The average cost of shipping a bicycle varies based on distance. For distances less than 100 km, the cost is approximately $0.80 per kilometre. For longer distances, up to 1,000 km, the rate is reduced to about $0.20 per kilometre.

If you need to transport a bicycle anywhere in New Zealand, rely on Wise Move to secure the best service at the most affordable rate. Contact us with any questions or concerns at any time.

Bicycle shipping services at low-cost across New Zealand

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$550
Wardrobe
Christchurch, Riccarton
Auckland, Epsom
10
Kirsten
Reviewed 13 hours ago
The guys from Load Carriers who delivered our wardrobe were honestly amazing. So helpful and took a lot of care. The whole process was very easy to organise and very quick. Highly recommend.
$288
Auckland, Flat Bush
Auckland, Wattle Downs
9.0
Bo
Reviewed 15 hours ago
The men were great at calling and texting to confirm the job and help us with our move. Our move required a few challenging furniture but they were happy to assist and honest. Would recommend!
$125
Washing machine
Lower Hutt, Kelson
Wellington, Lyall Bay
10
Katelyn
Reviewed 15 hours ago
Great communication and delivered with care. Would recommend to anyone looking to take the hassle out of moving 🙂
$128
Wellington, Island Bay
Wellington, Karori
9.5
GARRY
Reviewed 16 hours ago
First time user of Wise Move and it will not be my last time. I was unfamiliar with the process and could not open all the quotes received but once I received an email from Emma (Wise Moves) with an offer of assistance she made it very easy i.e. I advised which quote I wanted to accept and she made it all happen. On time at at the quoted amount. The lads from Fast track logistics were very efficient and took great care of my items transported. I highly recommend them and Wise Move. Garry (Karori)
$290
Small sideboard with mirror
Christchurch, Canterbury
Auckland, Mission Bay
10
Kheta
Reviewed 16 hours ago
Smooth sailing, excellent and courteous communication from start to finish, antique item well wrapped and arrived in pristine condition. OH and best pricing! Highly recommended carrier!! A+++++++++ Thank you so much to Paul and the team
$950
Display cabinets (3)
Mosgiel, Otago
Red Beach, Auckland
10
Ben
Reviewed 16 hours ago
Fantastic service. Went above and beyond to organise collection. Packaged incredibly for moving. Couldn’t ask for better. Thanks
$338
Gree 12.5kw single phase aircon x2 (2), Outdoor (2)
Levin, Manawatu-Wanganui
Christchurch, Sydenham
10
Jamie
Reviewed 1 day ago
Quick Cheap safe transport
$245
Dunedin, Waverley
Dunedin, Musselburgh
10
Dee
Reviewed 1 day ago
The team was brilliant! Went above and beyond what I had expected, even went so far as to set up my washing machine for me! Great experience and would absolutely book them again in the future

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