Driving Your Car Rental in Queenstown

Drive safely in the comfort of a rental car from our Queenstown depot and experience some of the most awesome scenic wonders the region has to offer. Queenstown is filled with stunning beauty year round, making it a popular travel destination. In one of our quality car rental vehicles you can access more of the region’s highlights including majestic mountains, crystal clear lakes, awe-inspiring glaciers and spectacular forests.

Queenstown’s regional roads are well suited to all types of vehicle, though extra care is required for mid-winter driving.

Driving in Queenstown – The Basics

  • Drive on the LEFT hand side of the road
  • Seat belts are required for everyone
  • Open country speed limits are generally 100kph (about 60mph)
  • Urban speed limits are 50kph (around 30mph) with a few areas designated 70kph
  • At intersections, drivers turning left must give way to all traffic crossing or approaching from your right
  • When turning at traffic lights, give way to pedestrians using the crossing
  • Drivers must carry their driver’s licence – a current New Zealand, international or internationally approved licence are accepted

The Land Transport Safety Authority has more information on road safety, plus an online New Zealand Road Code.

Now you can explore all that Queenstown has to offer with your car rental from New Zealand Rent A Car. The friendly team at our Queenstown car rental depot are happy to provide you with maps and guides and to answer any questions you may have about the many activities and highlights Queenstown has to offer.

Enjoy a safe car rental in Queenstown with driving safety tips from New Zealand Rent A Car.