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Interstate Caravan Transport; Everything You Need to Know

Interstate Caravan Transport; Everything You Need to Know

Posted by Truckit on 16/11/2022

If you’re wondering how much it costs to transport a caravan interstate, Truckit can help! We’re an online freight marketplace that connects you to transport providers across Australia who can move your caravan wherever you need to go. Compare quotes and service providers all in one location with our easy-to-use platform and enjoy affordable caravan transport services that are fully inclusive of Truckit fees and GST.  

Transporting a caravan by yourself is inconvenient at the best of times and can be a stressful undertaking if travelling to or from a distant or remote location. Using a hauling service for caravan transport interstate can save you the expense of fuel, and the time required to travel long distances. At Truckit, we understand that life can get busy and not everyone can commit the time required for long-distance hauling. That’s what makes us passionate about connecting you with a compatible freight company, so you can rest-assured your belongings are in good hands.

How Does It Work?

So, you’re intrigued by Truckit, but are a bit confused about the process? No need to stress - we’ve simplified the process of getting a quote, so you can focus on what’s important.  

1. Find your Category

Navigate to our website and click the category your item will fall under. In this circumstance, you’ll want to click the “Rvs, Caravans and Trailers” section and select “Caravans”.

2. Enter your Details

Complete the form that pops up, inputting all relevant information and then press continue. Pay extra attention when inputting the make and model, what sort of hitch is on the caravan, the weight and dimensions. You’ll also want to indicate if it's registered and whether it needs to be trucked or towed.
Tip: Ensure you are getting these details from your seller if buying second hand.

3. Go Live with Your Listing

Follow the link on the activation email you will receive which ensures your listing is live on our website. Providers will be able to see your job and if it suits their schedule, they will post a quote! 

Now that you’ve listed your caravan and acquired quotes, you’re probably wondering what happens next. Well, now you can view providers' profiles to assess their reviews, previous jobs and company descriptions. You can message providers directly to ask ‌questions you may have about their quote and clarify any details about your caravan. We’ve enlisted these features to help you decide which provider is best for you. Once you’ve determined which provider you’d like to work with, it’s as easy as booking through the “proceed to accept” button. 

Remember:

Be sure to list your caravan ahead of time to ensure providers have plenty of notice to arrange schedules and quotes. Try to provide as much detail as possible when creating listings on our website to avoid any confusion during the quoting process. 

Safe & Trustworthy Caravan Transport 

With Truckit, you can trust that your caravan will be in safe hands as we have over 5000+ transport providers accredited with us. These providers comprise of owners and drivers with years of experience and a personal stake in every job they do, as well as larger companies who are well-respected within the industry. Our providers have travelled over 50,000,000 kilometres with Truckit, and are educated in how to safely transport caravans over long distances no matter whether it's being trucked or towed. 

If you’re still hesitant about trusting Truckit, check out the following facts:

  • Truckit Pay is our main secure payment method that withholds funds until you confirm delivery (or after 72hrs has elapsed)
  • You can dispute delivery to freeze the release of funds, in the event your provider fails to meet the conditions of your agreement.  
  • Insurance coverage can be added with our provider National Transit Insurance at checkout
  • All contact details, full addresses and names will be withheld from public view from the site to ensure the safety of all users.

We Deliver Door-To-Door

At Truckit, we work with caravan transporters to offer our door-to-door service. If you're seeking convenience, door-to-door service is the choice to make, as our transport providers will go the extra mile (literally) to make the process of organising transport easy. Direct-to-door is not restricted to the transitional operating hours that depot services are, and therefore providers offer flexible meet times, including on weekends, early mornings or even at night. While this service is often more expensive than depot-to-depot shipping, it guarantees there will be no depot storage fees if you are unable to visit the depot during regular business hours.

If you’re looking for a stress-free way to transport your caravan interstate, look no further than Truckit. Join our community of over 300,000 customers and get a quote today!

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