InterIslander Ferry - Wellington to Picton

Interislander ferries connect the North & South Islands of New Zealand, cruising between Wellington and Picton through the stunning Marlborough Sounds.

Once onboard enjoy a meal, drink in our bar, stroll the decks, watch a movie or relax in our Premium Lounge.

Our three passenger ferries operate seven days a week, all year round, with a range of convenient sailing times.

This is a ‘must do’ experience for everyone exploring beautiful Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Note: This InterIslander option does not allow travel with your vehicle.

• One way InterIslander ferry trip from Wellington to Picton
• Free shuttle from Wellington Railway Station (Platform 10) 75 mins before sailing departs
• Access to viewing decks
• 2x 23kg baggage allowance

• Food and drinks (can be purchased on board)
• Kennels are provided for traveling with dogs at a cost of $15
• Carrying additional bicycles and sporting gear cost of $15 per item

• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Most travelers can participate
• Apart from designated areas, smoking is not permitted inside the ship.
• The InterIslander fleet has 3 vessels: The Kaitaki, The Aratere and the Kaiarahi.
• From Picton, some InterIslander ferry sailing's connect with the Coastal Pacific train service to Kaikoura and Christchurch.
• Check in at the terminal at least 60 minutes prior to departure time
• Cafes and a food court
• Fast-food takeaway bar
• Shop for travel needs, souvenirs, magazines and confectionery
• Movie theater (on selected ships)
• Lounge and tavern bar
• Observation deck
• Children's play area and nursery
• During off-peak sailing's, some facilities are only open for a limited time
• Surcharge applies to additional services including extra luggage, large sporting equipment, traveling with pets. The option of carrying additional bicycles and sporting gear (for example, canoes or surfboards), is an additional cost per item. If you are traveling with dogs, kennels are provided at an extra cost, ensuring your pet's comfort and safety, and your peace of mind. There are a limited number of kennels available.
• The luggage allowance is two (2) items of baggage per person. Additional baggage items may be carried, subject to availability and on the payment of an additional charge. Larger baggage, including backpacks, must be checked in at the Wellington terminal. Baggage can then be collected from the carousels at the port of arrival. InterIslander will not accept individual baggage items which exceed either 23 kilograms in weight, or 200 linear centimeters (height and length and width) in dimension. For safety reasons, there are no exceptions to the weight restriction. However, the restriction in dimension is relaxed for sporting equipment.
• Infants aged 1 year and under travel free of charge.
• Children aged 2 to 14 years inclusive qualify for the child rate.
• Youths aged 18 years and under are not permitted to travel in the Plus Lounge.
• Children 15 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

Wellington Ferry Terminal, 1 Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

Picton Port, Auckland Street, Picton 7281, New Zealand

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

3 hours 30 minutes