Van Insurance for Two Days
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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 Is Two-day Van Insurance?
Two-day van insurance is a flexible way to get 48-hour cover without committing to a long-term annual policy. It’s designed for short-term use when you need a bit more time than a single day, but don’t want to pay for a full week or more.
You can start your policy instantly or choose a start time up to 30 days in advance, and you’ll be insured to drive anywhere in the UK throughout the full 48-hour period. Cover is fully comprehensive, including the van you’re driving as well as damage or injury to other people, vehicles, or property.
If you need reliable cover for a couple of days, two-day van insurance offers a fast, simple way to get on the road legally and with complete peace of mind.
Transporting large furniture or items
Moving house or helping someone else relocate
Business use, including carriage of goods for that business
Emergency use if your van is 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 Two-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 Two-day Van Insurance
Getting 48-hour van insurance is quick and straightforward.
You can get a quote in under a minute with our simple process. Whether you're borrowing a van for a move, running a job or collecting something bulky, 48-hour van insurance gives you the cover you need for just the time you need it.
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Just 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 Two-day Van Insurance?
If you only need to drive a van for a short period, two-day van insurance can be the best choice.
It’s particularly useful for weekend moves, two-day DIY projects or clearing a property, and borrowing a van for a short break or event setup. Instead of committing to a full annual policy, you get flexible cover that lasts exactly as long as you need it, in this case, a full 48 hours.
You might also find two-day van insurance helpful if your usual van is off the road and you’re using a temporary replacement, or if you need a larger vehicle for a short trip, event, or festival.
One of the main benefits of two-day van insurance is that it can save both time and money.
Rather than being added to someone else’s annual policy, which can be expensive and affect their no-claims discount, you get your own standalone cover. It’s a simpler, more cost-effective way to stay protected without unnecessary admin.
If you’re borrowing a van, lending one out, or only need access occasionally, two-day cover is a smart option. It’s also suitable for business use when you’re carrying goods that belong to you or your business, but it’s not designed for delivery or courier work involving other people’s items.
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.
With two-day van insurance, you get instant cover, clear terms, and the flexibility to insure a van only for the time you really need it.
Who Is Two-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 Two-Day Van Insurance Cost?
The cost of two-day van insurance is based on several key factors, including your age, how long you’ve carried your licence, your location, the van you’re driving, the policy start time and date, and the 48-hour duration of cover. Each of these elements plays a role in how your premium is calculated.
If you only need to use a van occasionally, two-day or 48-hour van insurance can be a cost-effective way to stay covered without paying for time you don’t need. It’s a practical option for situations like a weekend move, collecting bulky items, or using a van for short-term business tasks involving the carriage of your own goods. As with all short-term cover, the longer the policy duration, the higher the overall cost, so it’s worth being clear about exactly how much time you need.
You can take out multiple temporary van insurance policies throughout the year if your use is occasional or varies month to month. This gives you flexibility without committing to a long-term policy. However, if you find yourself using a van regularly, for example, several days a week or on a routine basis, it’s worth comparing temporary cover with an annual van insurance policy, which may offer better value over time.
How Can You Get The Cheapest Two-Day Van Insurance?
To get the cheapest two-day van insurance, only pay for the time you actually need to be on the road.
One of the key benefits of two-day / 48-hour van insurance is its flexibility. You can set your policy to start exactly when you need it and end as soon as your 48 hours are up. This means you’re not paying for unused time and can keep your costs as low as possible.
Whether you’re using a van for a weekend move, a two-day DIY project, or a short job spread over a couple of days, insuring yourself only for that period helps you avoid the higher cost of weekly or annual policies.
You can choose cover from as little as one hour up to 28 days. And if you need more time later on, you can just take out another policy. It’s fast, straightforward, and fits around your plans.
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24 hour van insurance
Takes less than 60 seconds!
Benefits of 24 hour 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
24 hour van insurance FAQs
No. Two-day van insurance isn’t available for hired or rental vans. Short-term van insurance is designed to let you borrow a privately owned van and insure yourself on it, rather than insure a vehicle that’s already covered by a hire company’s policy.
No. You can’t legally drive a newly purchased van without insurance. Even if the van is brand new and you’re only driving it home, you must be insured. If an accident were to happen, you wouldn’t be covered. Two-day van insurance is quick and easy to set up from anywhere, making it a simple way to stay legal and protected from the moment you take ownership.
Yes. You can take out multiple two-day van insurance policies throughout the year. However, if you find yourself regularly insuring the same van, it’s worth comparing costs. At a certain point, an annual policy may offer better value.
Two-day van insurance only covers the carriage of your own goods. It’s suitable for personal use or transporting your own tools, equipment, or materials. It does not cover hire or reward activities such as courier work, delivery driving, or transporting other people’s goods for payment. If you’re earning money from transporting goods, you’ll need specialist commercial or courier insurance.
It also doesn’t cover hired or rental vans; these require specific rental vehicle insurance. The van must be in the UK at both the start and end of the policy. Two-day van insurance isn’t valid for importing or exporting vehicles or for driving outside the UK, EU, or EEA.
Yes. You can use two-day van insurance to drive your van to a pre-booked MOT appointment, as long as the vehicle is roadworthy.
Yes. You can insure a van for exactly two days with flexible short-term cover. Two-day van insurance allows you to drive a van owned by a friend or family member and choose the precise duration you need. Cover is available from as little as one hour up to 28 days, giving you complete control over how long you’re insured for.
Did you know?
Did you know that using temporary van insurance won’t affect your no claims discount on your regular policy if you have to make a claim?