Picton – Wellington
Ferry to New Zealand
Picton – Wellington
Ferry to New Zealand
The Picton to Wellington ferry is available with 2 operators and runs all year round. The ferry from Picton to Wellington takes around 3 hours and 32 minutes on ferries operating this crossing and is the fastest way of getting from the south island of New Zealand to the north island. The duration for the Picton to Wellington ferry can vary from 3 hours and 30 minutes to 3 hours and 45 minutes depending on the operator that you choose to book with.
There are 48 weekly sailings from Picton to Wellington. Bluebridge Ferry sails up to 4 times each day and Interislander sails up to 13 times each week. Please note that ferry schedules usually increase during the high season.
The earliest ferry departs Picton Port at approximately 02:30 and the last ferry departs at approximately 19:15. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
Interislander and Bluebridge provide the fastest ferry from Picton to Wellington in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
A fast ferry from Picton to Wellington usually costs $395.
There are ferries that sail overnight from Picton to Wellington. There are two overnight sailings from Picton departing at 02:30 and arrive in Wellington at 06:00. These are available every day with Bluebridge and Interislander.
You can reserve up to 4 berth (bed) cabins when booking the Picton to Wellington ferry service with Bluebridge and Interislander.
Yes, pets are allowed on the ferry from Picton to Wellington with Bluebridge and Interislander. Pets must either stay in your vehicle or in one of the kennels available onboard. Please also ensure that your pet is fully vaccinated before travelling.
There are car ferries from Picton to Wellington with Bluebridge and Interislander.
Passengers sailing with Bluebridge and Interislander are allowed a maximum of two bags weighing up to 30kg at no additional cost.
The price of a ferry from Picton to Wellington can vary between $56 and $553 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $115, prices can range from $56 and $259. The average price with a car is $298. Car prices can range from $179 and $732. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please note that prices are exclusive of booking fees.
Discover the cheapest ferry tickets available by using our deal finder. We suggest that you book in advance to guarantee the best possible prices and availability on the ferry to Wellington.
The quickest way to travel from Picton to Wellington is by ferry. With 6 sailings departing per day, you are certain to find the perfect ferry for your travel plans. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
First class is available on ferries from Picton to Wellington with Interislander.
You can do a day trip from Picton to Wellington by ferry. However, we recommend leaving early to make your trip worthwhile as the ferry takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.
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Located in the Marlborough region of New Zealand, the town of Picton is near to the head of Queen Charlotte Sound which is near the north east coast of New Zealand's South Island. The town, named after the Welsh military associate of the Duke of Wellington, Sir Thomas Picton, is one of the most picturesque seaside town in New Zealand. It has around 20% of New Zealand's coastline at its door and the best climate of anywhere in the country, which combine to make Picton a must see destination of both domestic and international visitors to Marlborough.
The Marlborough Sound gives Picton its relaxed atmosphere with its secluded bays and crystal clear waters. The town's waterfront is forever changing colour and its marinas are always a hive of activity. There are boat trips available from Picton to other amazing locations throughout Queen Charlotte Sound.
Inter-island ferries to and from Wellington arrive and depart here by way of the Marlborough Sounds. Most of the sheltered part of the route is through Tory Channel, south of Arapawa Island.
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand and lies on the south coast of New Zealand's North Island. New Zealand's second largest city is surrounded by a lovely harbour, that offers visitors with amazing views, along with a good selection of Victorian buildings often built on slopes of hills. There are many things to see and do in the city and it is widely regarded as being New Zealand's most picturesque city and lies at the crossroads between the North Island and the South Island, with regular ferry crossings between the two. The city has a good selection of beaches and a beautiful coastline which have been popular with visitors for many years. Perhaps the most desirable coastal part of the city is Eastbourne where Days Bay and Sunshine Bay are especially popular and both a generally suitable for swimming.
The city's urban area includes the city itself, Porirua to the north, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt which are to the north east and collectively are known as the Hutt Valley.
