Wellington Ferry

Wellington Ferry

Wellington Ferry

With a selection of up to 46 sailings weekly, the port of Wellington connects New Zealand with New Zealand. Sailing duration ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to Picton and 3 hours 30 minutes on the Picton service.

Sailing information can vary based on time of year, so we’d advise you to view live sailing times and prices in our Deal Finder.

Port Address

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries - 50 Waterloo Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

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

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Wellington Guide

What Ferries go from Wellington Port?

Currently, there is only one route available from Wellington Port, to the port of Picton on the Southern Island of New Zealand. Running up to 7 sailings a day, from the operators Bluebridge and Interislander, this route only takes about 3 and a half hours, and for more specific information about this ferry service, please visit our dedicated route page.

How much does the Ferry from Wellington Port cost?

Due to the different ferry operators and different times of year, ferry fares can vary, so we recommend that you use our fare finder tool in order to find the best ferry route and cost for you, and sign up to our email newsletter so you are the first to hear about all of our latest deals and offers.

Is there car hire available at Wellington Port?

There are several car rental companies that are within walking distance of the terminal. There are some that are even within the terminal itself, and the rest are directly across the street, meaning that it is incredibly easy for you to collect a rental car.

How close is the Airport to Wellington Port?

Although the Wellington Airport is not close to the Port, it is still easy for you to travel between the two, with a dedicated shuttle service between the two, and a shuttle service from the train station to the Port, as well as public transport links, like the local buses.

How To Get To Wellington Ferry Port

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