Frequently Asked Questions
Below are our most frequently asked questions
Families, Guardians, Schools (Secondary, Day and Boarding), Institutions and more. View our services here.
We provide a pick-up and drop-off service to schools that are not on the normal bus route or the children are too young to use public transport. All transfers are door to door and pricing is based on the driver’s time and the distance travelled.
Our vans can also be booked by the school for extracurricular activities. e.g. to sports events or to other school activities.
Yes absolutely – we can go via any location and collect along the way. Just include those details with the booking.
Ensure the correct mobile number is added to the booking.
No – local families can use Cabs4Kids for special events, and sporting locations.
Drivers are available 24 hours a day.
1. We can invoice you 48 hours prior to departure and once the invoice has been paid we will confirm your booking and driver.
2. Alternatively, you can pay once the trip has been completed as we have Eftpos machines available with paywave in each vehicle.
As soon as possible, to avoid disappointment. Cancellations can be made up to 48 hours before a booking. However, if cancellations are within 48 hours 50% of your booking fee will
We can also accommodate daily bookings, and an EFTPOS machine will be available in the vehicle for the customer’s use.
Vans (10-12seater) requires 5 days notice.
48 hours prior to transfer then 50%. An hours notice full fare. If flight or train is cancelled due to weather conditions then payment in full required.
Currently Cabs4Kids is available in Christchurch and Selwyn.
Schools can arrange to be invoiced on a monthly basis.
Our minimum fare is $55. Cabs4Kids is not a budget operator. We are transporting children safely, securely and in a timely manner.
Flat rate from A to B, including GST & tolls. No hidden extras.
If it is a return trip and there is waiting time, there is an additional charge of $15 for 15 minutes or $30 per half hour.
If it is an appointment and there is waiting time it will be quoted to you prior to booking.
Check-in assistance is from $60 per child in addition to the transfer. Covers parking costs and the time taken to check your child in safely and securely.
We are happy to quote you on your ride via email (admin@cabs4kids.co.nz) or fill out our contact form.
Cabs 4 Kids knows all their drivers! All Cabs 4 Kids drivers must have a Working With Children certification, police checked, and insured and those that transport children with disabilities are first aid certified. All drivers are then personally interviewed. All drivers are known to Cabs 4 Kids.
Flat rate quoted from A to B. Payment is required prior to travel unless otherwise arranged. 24 hours cancellation notice is required to avoid charges. Less than 24 hours 50% of the rate quoted will be charged to the person who made the booking.
Check-in assistance starts from $60 (inc GST) for unaccompanied minors/assistance requested, this is an additional cost to the transfer rate.
All information for the required paperwork to be completed for our additional services should be sent to admin@cabs4kids.co.nz for the nominated time for the child to be travelling on a plane and or train.
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Safe and Comfortable Children’s Transportation Services
Take the stress out of your child’s transportation with our reliable and safe service. Our vetted and experienced drivers ensure your child arrives safely and on time.