Door-to-door cab from Kelston to Paihia. Fixed fare, professional driver, quiet hybrid SUV. Book in 60 seconds on our homepage.
If you are heading from Kelston to Paihia, a private cab is the most relaxed way to do it. Our local driver meets you at your address, helps with bags, and takes the fastest sensible route — no surge pricing, no surprise tolls, and the fare you see at booking is the fare you pay.
Paihia is the main Bay of Islands town — the launchpad for island cruises, Hole in the Rock tours, and the short ferry to Russell.
Pickup is from your address in Kelston in the west. The driver will text on arrival and help load luggage.
Best for couples or solo travellers with standard luggage. Quiet Toyota hybrid, leather seats, free Wi-Fi and bottled water.
Up to 6 passengers, big boot — perfect for families, golf clubs, surfboards, skis, or extra luggage.
Book a one-way drop now and add the return leg later at the same fixed rate. Useful if you are unsure of timing.
Keep the driver for the day. We will wait at attractions, help with photos, and add stops on request — all for one fixed price.
Pickup from Kelston in the west. Driver loads bags and confirms the route.
Join SH16 then SH1 south, bypassing CBD traffic via the Waterview tunnel.
Head north via SH1 over the Harbour Bridge — coffee stop at Warkworth or Wellsford on request.
Arrive in Paihia (3h 20m from CBD baseline). Door-to-door drop at your hotel, attraction or address.
Multi-day stays welcome — book a return transfer for any later date at the same rate.
Hole in the Rock cruise
Russell ferry
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
All vehicles in our fleet are NZTA certified, regularly inspected, and fully insured for passenger transport. Your driver holds a current P-endorsement.
About 3h 20m on the direct route (230 km from Auckland CBD). Pickup further from the CBD adds a little time.
Paihia is a long drive for a same-day return. Most guests stay overnight at the destination, and we book a return transfer for whenever they're ready.
Paihia is the main Bay of Islands town — the launchpad for island cruises, Hole in the Rock tours, and the short ferry to Russell. Highlights include Hole in the Rock cruise, Russell ferry, Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
Yes. Pay securely with Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Google Pay or Apple Pay. You can be charged in NZD, AUD, USD, GBP, EUR and more.
Yes — booster and child seats are available free of charge. Tell us when booking so the driver brings the right one.
Every vehicle in our fleet is fully NZTA certified, inspected, and insured for passenger transport.
Ready to book your Kelston to Paihia transfer? Get an instant fixed quote on our homepage — pick the date, choose your vehicle, pay securely, and you're done. Every booking includes a professional driver, fuel, tolls, free Wi-Fi, bottled water and a 30-minute grace period at the pickup.