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When it comes to providing flexible, affordable cover for van drivers, we’re the experts. Get yourself in the driver’s seat and on your way with a temporary van insurance policy from GoShorty. You can get covered on the van you wish to drive in as little as 2 mins.
Whether you only need hourly van insurance for a quick job or a house move, or want monthly van insurance for those longer projects, getting short-term cover means you’ll never be paying for van insurance when you don’t actually need it. Pay for the exact amount of time you need – nothing more, nothing less – and make hopping in a van the cost-effective way to get to where you want to be.
If you’re borrowing or lending a van from a family member, colleague or friend, make sure you’ve got the right insurance in place. All of GoShorty’s temporary policies are fully-comprehensive, meaning you can get on the roads with complete peace of mind that you’re protected should the unexpected happen.
If you are borrowing a van for a job from someone else, put their mind at ease by taking out a temporary van insurance policy. This way you protect their no claims discount if you get into an accident. Plus you will both be saving a lot of money compared to being added to their annual policy.
Temporary van insurance is a short term and flexible alternative to annual policies. With a temporary van insurance policy you can insure a van for anywhere from an hour to a month. Whether you need to borrow someone’s van, or you only insure yours when you need to use it, temporary van insurance can save you money and allow you to get on the road fully insured in minutes, any day of the week and at any time.
Quotes for annual van insurance can be costly. But short term temporary cover can be an affordable alternative to an annual policy. The exact cost will depend on a few factors including:
Our temporary van insurance calculator also gives you an idea of how much your policy could cost. It takes seconds to generate an estimated price.
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Prices shown are based on the lowest sold prices over the period 07/22 to 07/23
The cost of temporary van insurance will vary depending on numerous factors including the van you are insuring and your driving history. Below you can find the lowest prices available, for an exact cost, get a quote in under two minutes.
| Temporary Van Insurance For: | |
|---|---|
| Policy Duration | Starting Price |
| 1 hour | From £17.64 |
| 2 hours | From £17.64 |
| 3 hours | From £17.64 |
| 4 hours | From £17.64 |
| 1 day | From £22.54 |
| 2 days | From £30.78 |
| 3 days | From £35.73 |
| 4 days | From £44.49 |
| 1 week | From £58.88 |
| 2 weeks | From £68.27 |
Prices shown are based on the lowest sold prices over the period 07/22 to 07/23.
Whether it’s you that’s moving house or one of your friends or relatives, getting everything to the new place is no easy task. Don’t rely on removal companies; borrowing a van is often the easiest and cheapest way to move house and will let you do it all at your own pace…whether that’s a few hours or over a full week!
Sometimes, the unexpected happens, and we find ourselves needing to drive a vehicle on short notice. Get you or someone else out of an emergency situation by sorting short-term van insurance in a matter of minutes, letting you get on the roads to where you need to be in an instant.
Bought yourself a new sofa, king-sized bed or that American-style fridge freezer you’ve been dreaming of for years? You’ll probably need to borrow a van to get it home from the store or seller’s house, so take out a temporary insurance policy for a few hours whilst you get the job done!
If you’re a business owner or sole trader, being able to drive a van may well be essential. You might need to borrow a van to complete a one-off job or step into the driver’s seat when a colleague is off sick. Whatever the reason, there’s a temporary business van insurance policy to get you back on your way.
When vehicles change hands, there is often a period of time when there is no annual insurance policy in place. Don’t get caught out when driving your new van home after buying it; get short-term cover for the hours or days needed to see you through until you can get an annual policy sorted.
If you’re going on a trip in the UK and plan to take everything, including the kitchen sink, you’ll more than likely need a van. Make borrowing one from family or friends for a couple of weeks easy with temporary insurance. You can also get short-term cover to split the driving with whoever you’re going on holiday with!
If you only need to drive a van for a set period of time, getting an annual policy is not going to be cost-effective. You’ll end up paying far more than you need to and feeling ripped off as a result! The best option is to get a short-term insurance policy for the specific amount of time required. With complete flexibility to choose policy durations ranging from 1 hour van insurance through to van insurance for a month, you can be sure you’re getting the best possible deal.
In most instances, getting a temporary van insurance policy will be a lot cheaper than becoming a named driver on someone else’s policy, too, and will ensure that their no-claims discount is protected in the event of an accident.
For cheap short-term car insurance quotes delivered straight to your inbox in minutes, fill in our easy online form above and start saving money!
When you need to get on the road for work, you don’t want to be worrying about whether you have the right cover, or be wrestling with long winded application processes. Short term van insurance for business use can get you on the road to your next job in minutes. Whether you need to deliver equipment from A to B or borrow someone’s van for your next job, our cover couldn’t be simpler. We can insure for any length of time from an hour up to four weeks.
Please note vans covered with some of our temporary insurance policies may be used for ‘hire and reward’ use providing this option is selected as part of your quote. Read more here.
At GoShorty, we offer great deals as standard, helping you get on your way without it costing over the odds. When you apply for a temporary van insurance policy, we’ll send you a range of quotes so you can compare them before choosing the one that’s right for you.
Comparing van insurance quotes is always the best way to make sure you’re getting value for money and the level of cover you need. And, with a selection of policy options delivered straight to your inbox in a matter of minutes, making a comparison couldn’t be easier! You can compare temporary van insurance quotes for different vehicles and different policy durations to figure out the most cost-effective way to get covered.
Compare quotes for van insurance by using our temporary van insurance calculator, and choose the best policy for you.
At GoShorty, we insure the majority of van drivers, provided that they meet certain eligibility criteria that are standard amongst almost all insurance providers (more on this below). There might be slight differences in the criteria you’ll need to meet depending on the type of van you wish to insure, the journeys you’ll be doing, and the driver that the policy is for.
The following criteria apply to all of our temporary van insurance policies. Still, the best way to find out for sure whether you need to meet any additional conditions is to complete our quick and easy quotation form above!
Check out our van insurance criteria:
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Any temporary van insurance policy you obtain through GoShorty will be fully-comprehensive. This means your van insurance protects you from:
Need any more information? We even have a full guide to temporary van insurance to help you on your way, plus answers to questions such as “is there VAT on temporary van insurance?” and “can I drive a van on a car driving licence?“
These are the insurance costs you can expect for some popular van models, temporary van insurance is also available for other models up to the value of £65,000. For a more exact insurance cost for you and the van you want to insure, get a quote today.
| Van Model | 1 Hour | 1 Day | 1 Week |
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| Ford Transit | From £19.22 | From £26.20 | From £58.88 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | From £34.05 | From £28.40 | From £74.67 |
| Vauxhall Vivaro | From £18.03 | From £26.70 | From £70.81 |
| Citroen Berlingo | From £17.64 | From £24.45 | From £62.43 |
| Renault Trafic | From £17.64 | From £29.67 | From £63.34 |
| Volkswagen Transporter | From £19.60 | From £28.74 | From £69.66 |
| Volkswagen Caddy | From £17.64 | From £26.34 | From £73.90 |
| Peugeot Partner | From £17.64 | From £24.66 | From £71.01 |
| Volkswagen Crafter | From £21.38 | From £35.91 | From £102.23 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito | From £19.64 | From £27.83 | From £75.52 |
There are some types of work that we can permit under our temporary insurance policies.
If you use your van for any of the below, your policy will be invalidated.
Please check here for full details – https://goshorty.co.uk/assumptions-eligibility-criteria
With temporary van insurance, you don’t have to worry about being tied into long term inflexible policies. Whether you’re moving or heading on a road trip, we can make sure that you’re fully covered and legally compliant just for the time you need it. Saving you money and giving you peace of mind.
For more details on van uses that would invalidate your policy see the eligibility criteria for our insurers.
With a temporary van insurance policy you will be covered for social, domestic and pleasure usage. If you intend to use the van for business usage we recommend a temporary van for business use policy. When completing your application form you will state your intended usage. The quotes you receive will detail what uses are allowed under your selected cover.
If the vehicle started life as a campervan the vehicle can be covered under temporary van insurance policies. However if modifications have been made to the vehicle you are looking to insure we will be unable to offer cover for it. We currently do not offer temporary insurance cover for motorhomes.
We cover every type of van. Whether you’re looking for a classic white van to get work done in, or something more adventurous for a weekend trip away. We have a policy to suit everyone, no matter their plans.
Our temporary van insurance offers fully-comprehensive cover. Check the different types of car insurance to understand what this means.
Our temporary van insurance policies last for as little as 1 hour and up to 28 days. You can start a new policy when your old one ends if you need it for longer, but it’s not quite the same as an annual van insurance policy.
While your temporary policy will eventually show on the MID, it won’t appear instantly. If you are buying a short-term van insurance policy to use immediately, then it’s unlikely to show up when you’re first driving.
Keep your policy details to hand. These will be emailed to you straight away.
For more information on how long it takes to show on the MID, check our guide.
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Andy Moody – Founder and Managing Director
“Temporary car insurance represents a flexible, affordable and efficient option when it comes to getting covered to drive a borrowed car. With the cost of annual insurance premiums skyrocketing over the past year, we have seen a huge rise in drivers opting to get temporarily covered in order to borrow a car or car share. Reduce your annual miles, fuel and maintenance expenses, as well as lowering your carbon footprint, by choosing temporary car insurance. Whether you’re looking to split a long drive with a friend, or just require a car for a short time, GoShorty’s temporary car insurance policies allow drivers aged between 19-75 to drive whenever, wherever, while adhering to the UK’s road laws.”
Want to learn more about temporary van insurance? Discover if you’re eligible and take a look at our blogs to see if temporary van insurance is right for you.
