Brisbane, QLD . price report
Towing cost in Brisbane
Towing is a hook-up fee plus a per-kilometre rate, with accident towing regulated by maximum-fee schedules in NSW and Queensland.
See also: Heavy Vehicle and Freight Transport cost, Trailer Hire cost, Locksmith Prices cost.
Note: Brisbane pricing note. Brisbane averages about $3.80 per km; QLD regulates crash tow maximums (OG Towing).
Price ranges by job#
Figures are GST-inclusive guides compiled from published Australian cost sources. Bars sit on a shared log-scale axis (declared on the chart), so per-unit rates and whole-job prices read together; colour marks the position, money-green at the value end to ochre at the premium end.
- Per kilometre$2 to $5 per km
- NSW regulated accident tow$246
first 10km, then $5/km (NSW Government)
- QLD regulated crash tow$369
first 50km, then $7.30/km
What moves your quote in Brisbane#
- 01Distance and time of day
- 02Vehicle type: 4WDs, EVs and lowered cars need special gear
- 03Accident tows are price-regulated in NSW and QLD
- 04After-hours and holiday premiums
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Towing providers in Brisbane
Bris Towing - Towing Service in Brisbane and Nearby
Towing services, QLD.
Brissy Towing
Brisbane-based 24/7 breakdown towing and tilt tray operator covering Brisbane, Caboolture and Ipswich. Listed from web research.
The Tow Truck Ipswich
Locally owned Ipswich towing business at 21 East St, Ipswich, with 15 years serving the local community. Listed from web research.
3 Monkeys Towing Service
Towing services, QLD.
ABC Towing Services Townsville
Towing services, QLD.
Ace Tilt trays
Towing services, QLD.
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Common questions#
Are accident towing fees capped?
In NSW the maximum for a standard accident tow is $246 for the first 10km plus a regulated per-kilometre rate. Queensland caps crash tows at $369.30 for the first 50km. Breakdown towing is not capped.
Does my insurance or roadside assist cover towing?
Comprehensive policies usually cover accident tows to a repairer. Roadside assist memberships cover breakdown tows up to a distance limit, so check yours before paying cash.
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Sources#
Checked against these sources on 8 July 2026.