One day van insurance
Cover in no time
Takes less than 60 seconds!
Why choose Covertime?
Comprehensive van cover
Docs available immediately after purchase
Quick and flexible
Cover from one hour to 28 days
Protect existing No Claims Discount
Do everything online
Insure only for the time you need
Get on the road in minutes
What you need to know about one day cover
If you find yourself needing to insure a van for a day - look no further! Temporary van insurance can step in and save the day.
For those times you find yourself needing to drive a van for a short period, whether that be because you're moving house, moving large furniture around or maybe taking a van out for a test drive before you buy - getting 24 van insurance can help keep things simple, and often work as a great cost-effective option compared to getting insured on an annual policy.
Taking out a temporary van insurance policy with covertime provides comprehensive cover and it won't affect your No Claims Bonus.
Much like having a van around, a one day van policy can be super helpful in plenty of situations:
Picking up bigger items like furniture
Moving house or helping a friend move house
Business use including carriage of goods for that business
Emergency use if your van is temporarily off the road
Driving a new van home before you arrange an annual policy
Test driving a new van before you buy it
Driving a friend's or family member's van
Our one day van policies are Comprehensive
What is covered?
Damage to the van you're driving
Theft or attempted theft
Fire damage
Third party: damage to other vehicles / property / injury to others
What isn't covered?
More than one driver on a temporary policy
Delivery, courier or taxi work
Theft or damage due to neglect; such as leaving the van unlocked
Wear and tear or windscreen
How to get can insurance for one day
We keep things simple - getting van insurance for one day can be done in a minute or two.
We don't like to waste anyone's time with a long form and never-ending list of questions, so we've kept this to the absolute minimum we need to know in order to get you covered.
Need cover to start right away? Not a problem! Cover can start from as soon as you payment is completed.
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Let us know the van's reg and a few details about yourself
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Then we need to know when you need the cover and how long for
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Get your quote, check the terms, choose how you want to pay and you're off!
Do I need one day van insurance?
If you only need to drive a van for a short period, then yes – temporary van insurance is likely the best option. It’s ideal for one off situations like moving house, helping a friend relocate, transporting large furniture or test driving a van before buying.
Rather than committing to a full annual policy, short term cover gives you the flexibility to insure a van for just the time you need; whether that’s for an hour, a day, or a few weeks.
You might also need temporary van insurance if your own van is off the road and you’re using a replacement, or if you're heading to an event or festival and want a bigger vehicle just for the trip.
One of the biggest advantages of temporary van insurance is that it could save time and money. Instead of being added to someone else's annual policy, which can be expensive and affect their no claims discount, you get your own comprehensive cover. This keeps things simpler and ensures you're protected without the added hassle or cost.
So, if you're borrowing a van, lending one out, or just need occasional access to a van for personal reasons, temporary van insurance is a smart, cost-effective solution.
You may need to add a driver for your van for van for a specific job for a one day or one week. Perhaps you need to borrow a van for a larger load. Temporary van insurance is perfect for business usage and carrying good that are related to your business. It's not suitable for carriage or other people's good, such as delivery or courier work.
Covertime's temporary van insurance is only suitable for drivers with a maximum of three penalty points with no previous claims in the last three years.
It gives you instant cover, total peace of mind, and complete flexibility... exactly when you need it.
Who is one day van cover suitable for?
Carriage of own goods
Ages 22-69
Full UK licence holders
Max value £40,000
*Other terms and conditions apply.
How much does temporary van insurance cost?
The premium you’ll pay for your short-term van insurance will depend on several factors, including your age, driving experience, location, the time and date you need cover, the van you’ll be driving, and how long you need to be insured for.
If you only need to drive a van for a short period, a temporary van insurance policy can be an affordable and flexible option. However, keep in mind that the longer the duration of your cover, the higher the cost is likely to be.
You can take out multiple temporary van insurance policies throughout the year, especially if your driving needs are occasional or vary. But if you find yourself regularly using the same van, switching to an annual van insurance policy could work out more cost effective in the long run.
How can you get the cheapest one day van insurance?
In order to get the cheapest temporary van insurance for you: only pay for the time you actually need to drive.
One of the biggest advantages of temporary van insurance is its flexibility. You can start your cover at the exact moment you need to drive and set it to end as soon as you're done. This way, you're not paying for unused time, keeping your costs as low as possible.
By insuring yourself on a van only for the specific period you need it; whether it’s for a quick delivery, a weekend move, or a short work project, you avoid the higher costs of unnecessary, longer-term policies.
You can choose cover from as little as one hour, up to 28 days. If you need more time later, simply take out another temporary van insurance policy, it’s quick, easy, and designed to work around your schedule.
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One day van insurance
Takes less than 60 seconds!
Benefits of temporary van insurance
Quick, easy and affordable
Get a quote quickly, with a minimal amount of questions for just the length of time you need to drive the van to keep costs to a minimum.
Great for short term tasks
Need to move house or pick up some large large furniture or item? Short term van insurance is perfect
Choose your time
You decide when your cover starts and ends, providing complete control and flexibility.
Comprehensive cover
Our short term van insurance protects you, your passengers, your van as well as other people, property and vehicles.
Pay securely and easily
One day van insurance FAQs
No you can't take out temporary van insurance on a hired van. Short term insurance allows you to borrow a van and insure it, rather than insure a hired van.
You cannot legally drive a new van home without insurance. If you have an accident you won't be insured, even if it is new and you haven't sorted a new policy yet. Short term van insurance is very easy to set up from anywhere, so you want to avoid ever driving without the appropriate insurance required by law.
To get temporary van insurance from us at Covertime, you'll need to have a full UK driving licence for at least 12 months.
Yes you can take out multiple temporary van insurance policies in a year, but there will come a point that if you're always insuring the same van, that an annual policy would be more cost-effective.
It’s important to know what temporary van insurance does not cover. You’re only insured for the carriage of your own goods. This means it's suitable for personal use or transporting your own tools and equipment. It does not cover any form of hire or reward, including courier work, delivery driving, or using the van as part of a delivery service. If you're earning money from transporting goods, you'll need specialist commercial or courier insurance instead.
You’re also not covered if you're driving a hired or rental van, a specific rental vehicle insurance policy is required for that.
The van must be physically located in the UK at both the start and end of the policy. Temporary van insurance is not valid for importing or exporting vehicles or for driving outside of the UK, EU, or EEA.
Yes you can use temporary van insurance to get an MOT on your van, but it must be for a pre-booked MOT appointment.
Yes you can insure a van for just one week. Temporary car insurance is completely flexible, not only does it allow you to drive the car of a family member or friend, it allows you to choose the exact amount of time you need to use the car for.
You can insure a car for as little as one hour to 28 days.
Did you know?
Driving other cars using an annual policy usually only insures you for Third Party claims, meaning damage to the car you are driving is not covered.