Automatic Gate Installation Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of an automatic driveway gate. Enter the gate style and automation, the gate itself, the motor, and the power and intercom runs are three separate cost layers that a cheap quote often leaves out.
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Getting power to the gate is a cost people forget, the gate may be a long way from the switchboard. A solar kit can avoid an expensive trenched power run.
Sliding gates need a level run and a clear area beside the opening for the gate to slide into, if that space is not there, a swing gate may be the only option.
An automatic gate is really three jobs, the gate fabrication, the automation (motor, sensors, remotes) and getting power and data to it. Quotes that look cheap usually leave out the power run or the safety sensors.
💰 Ways to save
- A solar automation kit can save a costly trenched power run to a gate far from the house.
- Aluminium / Colorbond gates cost less than steel or timber and need less maintenance.
- Get the full scope quoted, gate, motor, power and intercom, so you are comparing complete jobs, not just the gate.
or from $33/week over 5 years , indicative finance
How we estimate this
An automatic driveway gate in Australia typically costs around $4,000 to $9,000 installed in 2026 for a single automated gate, with double and sliding gates, premium materials and intercoms pushing it to $12,000 to $18,000. The automation and power run are major parts of the cost.
Pricing reviewed: November 2026.
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Pricing reviewed November 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding automatic gate installation costs in Australia
An automatic driveway gate in Australia typically costs around $4,000 to $9,000 installed in 2026 for a single automated gate, with double and sliding gates, premium materials and intercoms pushing it to $12,000 to $18,000. The automation and power run are major parts of the cost.
Budget for three layers, the gate itself, the motor and safety automation, and getting power and data out to the gate. A quote that only prices the gate and motor often omits the power run, which can be substantial on a long driveway.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an automatic gate cost in Australia?
Roughly $4,000 to $9,000 installed in 2026 for a single automated gate, rising to $12,000 to $18,000 for double or sliding gates with intercoms. Power and automation are major cost components.
What is cheaper, a swing or sliding gate?
A single swing gate is usually cheapest. Sliding gates cost more and need a level run with clear space to slide into, but suit sloping or short driveways where a swing gate will not fit.
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