Interislander

Sail between Wellington and Picton on the Interislander Cook Strait ferry and enjoy the spectacular Marlborough Sounds on one of the most scenic ferry journeys in the world.

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The Cook Strait Ferry Journey

The Interislander ferry is the longest running Cook Strait ferry service in Aotearoa New Zealand. Interislander sailings are between Wellington (North Island) and Picton (South Island). Kiwi Rail's Interislander ferry trip is known as one of the most beautiful ferry cruises in the world. The Cook Strait ferry covers 92 kilometres (58 miles) and takes just over three hours. The journey between Wellington and Picton is one of New Zealand’s most iconic tourist experiences.

Connecting the North Island rail network and Northern Explorer scenic rail experience with the South Island rail network’s TranzAlpine and Coastal Pacific services, the Interislander is an unmissable part of New Zealand’s Great Journeys.

Timetable

From
Wellington Picton
Sailing times

The Journey across the Cook Strait averages 3 to 3.5 hours and sail daily from Wellington to Picton.

The timetable given below is a reference guide only. For accurate sailing times & bookings, please contact Travel India (authorised travel Agents of Kiwi Rail.

Departs
Arrives
9:00 am
12:30 pm
Kaitaki
2:45 pm
5:55 pm
Aratere
5:00 pm
8:30 pm
Kaiarahi
8:30 pm
12:00 am
Kaitaki
3:30 am
7:00 am
Kaiarahi

The Journey across the Cook Strait averages 3 to 3.5 hours and we sail daily from Picton to Wellington.

The timetable given below is a reference guide only. For accurate sailing times and bookings, please contact Travel India, authorised travel agent of Kiwi Rail. board.

Departs
Arrives
9:05 am
12:35 pm
Kaiarahi
10:45 am
1:55 pm
Aratere
2:15 pm
5:30 pm
Kaitaki
6:45 pm
10:15 pm
Aratere
10:15 pm
1:45 am
Kaiarahi

Plan Your Journey

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Interislander Terminals

Whether you're travelling by car or coming by foot, we can guide you how to get to interislander terminals.
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Arrivals & Departures board

On Interislander's website, you can get today's sailing schedule with accurate departure and arrival times, including disruptions and cancellations.
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Travelling with kids

Whether a toddler or a teenager, there's plenty on board to keep your kids entertained!
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Find all the latest Interislander special deals and discounts from Travel India Ltd.'s travel experts.
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Travel Tips

Prepare for your Interislander journey across the Cook Strait with these essential travel tips
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