A breakdown on the shoulder of Route 1 is one kind of problem. A vehicle that needs to move from Moncton to Halifax, from Sackville to Charlottetown, or between any two cities in the Maritimes is a different kind of problem entirely — it's logistics, not rescue. Understanding how long-distance towing works before you need it means fewer surprises when the call happens.

How long-distance towing is different

A local tow is a dispatch call. Something goes wrong, the truck comes to you, and the vehicle moves to the nearest shop. The whole thing can unfold in under an hour.

A long-distance tow is a planned transport. Timing has to line up between where the vehicle is, where it's going, and the driver's route. If the vehicle isn't driveable, it needs to be loaded — and loading takes time. If it requires a permit for width or weight, that has to be cleared before the truck rolls. If you need to be present at pickup or delivery, those windows need to match.

None of that is complicated, but it's all coordination. Starting the call earlier — even if you're not sure when you'll need to move the vehicle — gives you more options and a more predictable price.

The corridors we run regularly

Moncton to Halifax — roughly 180 km on the Trans-Canada through Sackville and on Highway 104 through Amherst and Truro. This is the most common long-distance run out of Moncton: vehicle purchases, dealer transfers, and out-of-province repairs all drive this corridor regularly.

Moncton to Charlottetown — roughly 170 km across the Confederation Bridge via the Trans-Canada and Route 1 on the Island. PEI runs pick up in spring for seasonal moves and peak again in fall for haul-outs.

Within New Brunswick — Moncton to Fredericton is about 170 km on Route 2. Moncton to Saint John is about 155 km. Moncton to Miramichi is about 150 km on Route 11. Moncton to Campbellton runs the length of the province on Route 11 — about 290 km. We run all of these.

Long-distance towing doesn't require a separate company for each province. The same dispatcher and the same fleet handle cross-provincial runs. You make one call.

What to have ready when you call

The clearer the picture up front, the faster we can confirm equipment and a realistic window:

  • Year, make, model, and drivetrain. AWD and 4x4 vehicles that can't be towed on their own axles need a flat deck — not a wheel lift. If you're not sure about your drivetrain, say so. Read our AWD and 4x4 towing guide for the full explanation.
  • Is it driveable? A vehicle that runs can go on a car carrier. A vehicle that doesn't start or steer needs to be loaded stationary — a different process.
  • Full pickup and delivery addresses. Marina name, dealer lot, street address — the driver needs a real location, not just a city name.
  • Your timeline. Same-day moves are sometimes possible; planned moves two or three days out have more scheduling flexibility.
  • Your coverage. If you're using CAA, Canadian Tire Auto Club, or an insurance roadside endorsement, have your member or policy number ready. We're a dispatch partner for all three.

How it's priced

Long-distance runs are quoted as a job rate, not a running meter. The main factors are the distance, the vehicle type, and whether the pickup is straightforward or involves a recovery. We quote before anything is loaded — not after.

For the full breakdown of how towing is priced in NB — including base fees, per-kilometre charges, and what a local versus highway versus long-distance job typically looks like — read our New Brunswick towing cost guide.

Coverage: what actually applies

Before assuming this is a full cash call, check your coverage:

  • CAA membership covers towing up to a distance limit that varies by tier. Beyond that limit, the difference is billed separately — confirm the ceiling before assuming the full run is included.
  • Canadian Tire Auto Club — similar structure. Call your provider and request Dynamic Towing by name; we can't open the claim for you, but we pick up the job once you do.
  • Auto insurance roadside endorsements — many policies include a roadside add-on, but the maximum towing distance varies. Some cap at a short local tow. Check your policy before you count on it for a cross-province move.
  • Manufacturer and dealer programs — if your vehicle came with a roadside plan, confirm whether the term is still active and what the coverage ceiling is.

None of these programs book the tow for you. You call your provider, open the claim, and request us by name.

Who you're calling

Dynamic Towing has run Moncton's roads since 1990 — 24 hours a day, every day, in English and French, backed by CAA, Canadian Tire, and a 4.5-star reputation across hundreds of reviews. We cover all of New Brunswick, all of PEI, and the Halifax–NB corridor on request. Visit the towing service page for the full fleet and equipment, or get in touch and we'll plan the run before anything rolls.