Planning a move from Christchurch to Greymouth? Truckabout makes West Coast relocations simple, safe, and affordable. With regular trips over Arthur’s Pass, our team knows the routes and conditions to ensure your belongings arrive on time and in one piece.
Christchurch-based movers with regular experience on the West Coast run.
Full-service relocations including packing, loading, transport, and unloading.
Careful handling of fragile and bulky items during alpine crossings.
Competitive, transparent pricing with no surprises.
About Greymouth — What Movers Need to Know
Geographic & Lifestyle Snapshot
Greymouth is the main centre of the West Coast, known for its rugged coastline, mining history, and outdoor lifestyle. It’s a great spot for those who love nature, with easy access to rivers, forests, and the Tasman Sea. The town offers affordable living, community spirit, and a slower pace of life.
Tips for Movers
Best Suburbs & Areas:
Cobden– Coastal suburb with affordable housing and strong community.
Karoro – – Family-friendly, close to schools and the beach.
Paroa – Semi-rural lifestyle just south of town.
Central Greymouth – Convenient for shops and services.
Traffic & Timing:
Minimal congestion, easy to schedule moves any day.
Be mindful of school traffic in central areas.
Access Routes:
Christchurch to Greymouth via State Highway 73 over Arthur’s Pass (approx. 3.5–4 hours).
Rail and coastal road connections to Westport and Hokitika.
Weather Considerations:
The West Coast is one of NZ’s wettest regions — waterproof packing is essential.
Roads over Arthur’s Pass can be icy in winter; allow for extra travel time.
Lifestyle & Community:
Affordable housing and welcoming locals.
Outdoor activities: fishing, tramping, and mountain biking.
Rich history in gold mining and pounamu (greenstone) carving.
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These guys were awesome …made a stressful situation aka moving house easy as ! nothing was a Bother !
Bronwyn Talbot
2025-09-09
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3rd time used and always so professional and friendly. Definately know there stuff and always up for a laugh. Once again thank you Ronald and the boys. 5*****
Henriette Forsyth
2025-09-03
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We used Truck About yesterday for a household move in Christchuch. We found them to be reliable and efficient. The 2 guys that did all the hard work were polite and friendly. We shall certainly recommend to friends and family! Thank you for a great job! The Forsyths.
Shayal Pal
2025-08-31
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The best removal company i came across. I used so many removal company for last 5 years but Truckabout were amazing. They never made me fault that they were hire to do the job. They treated us and my belongings as their own. I would highly recommend TRUCKABOUT MOVERS to any one I know. Thank you so much team. See you next time.
Asneel Chand
2025-08-31
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We had a moving company booked to donour removal from 8am, we waited till 11am and get still didn't show up. I rang TruckAbout Furniture Movers, they were busy but they offer to send a team to do my removal. I would like to highly recommend Truckabout Mover for the action they taken to help me out for the removal. Highly recommend this company and happy to let everyone I know about the team and the professionalism to get he this removal done. I items were take great care and they placed in place for me where I required. Highly recommend TRUCKABOUT FURNITURE MOVER
Richard Hill
2025-08-04
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Used them twice, on time, fast and efficient!
I can highly recommend using these guys
Aimee Powell
2025-07-29
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Amazing service, highly recommend. Attention to detail with loading and handling items. Absolute legends in their field
diane findlay
2025-06-28
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The guys that moved us were absolutely brilliant punctual, friendly and reliable, thanks we appreciate it.
Tracy
2025-06-28
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They are quite nice and flexible. Would recommend them to anyone who wants to move.
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