Travel with KiwiRail

Cruise across the Cook Strait

The Cook Strait Ferries travel between Wellington and Picton. The 92km voyage takes 3 hours and has been described as "one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world".

Travel across picturesque New Zealand

Discover New Zealand and the true beauty of rail with KiwiRail’s unique train journeys. New Zealand's only passenger rail company combines world famous scenic train journeys with quality facilities and comfort.

KiwiRail runs the Northern Explorer, Coastal Pacific, TranzAlpine and the Capital Connection scenic train journeys.

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Northern Explorer

The journey through the heart of the North Island and arrive early evening - see it all in one day.

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The Coastal Pacific train – Picton, Blenheim and Kaikoura to Christchurch - A train journey along the edge of the world.

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The TranzAlpine Train – Christchurch to Greymouth, rated one of the world’s great scenic railway journeys!

 

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The Capital Connection - Commuter passenger train that runs between Palmerston North and Wellington from Monday to Friday excluding public holidays.