Wellington – Picton
Ferry to New Zealand
Wellington – Picton
Ferry to New Zealand
The Wellington to Picton ferry is available with 2 operators and runs all year round. The ferry from Wellington to Picton takes around 3 hours and 32 minutes on ferries operating this crossing and is the fastest way of getting from the north island of New Zealand to the south island. The duration for the Wellington to Picton 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 Wellington to Picton. Bluebridge Ferry sails up to 3 times each day and Interislander sails up to 23 times each week. Please note that ferry schedules usually increase during the high season.
The earliest ferry departs Wellington Port at approximately 02:00 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 Wellington to Picton in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
A fast ferry from Wellington to Picton usually costs $392.
There are ferries that sail overnight from Wellington to Picton. There is an overnight sailing that departs from Wellington at 02:00 and arrives in Picton at 05:30. This ferry is available with Bluebridge and departs every day except Sunday and Monday.
You can reserve up to 4 berth (bed) cabins when booking the Wellington to Picton ferry service with Bluebridge and Interislander.
Yes, pets are allowed on the ferry from Wellington to Picton 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 Wellington to Picton 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 Wellington to Picton 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 Picton.
The quickest way to travel from Wellington to Picton 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 Wellington to Picton 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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The city of Wellington is New Zealand's capital city and is located on the south west tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It is the North Island's major population centre and is also the world's most southerly capital city. The city takes its name from Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington and victor of the Battle of Waterloo. His title comes from the town of Wellington in the English county of Somerset. The city is a popular tourist destination, as visitors flock there to take in its natural splendour, with its picturesque harbour and green hills, populated with colonial villas. The city's business centre is located close to Lambton Harbour, part of Wellington Harbour, and lies along a geological fault which can clearly be seen along its western shoreline. Many of the city's suburbs are high above the city centre and popular attractions include the Museum of Wellington City & Sea, Wellington Zoo, and the Zealandia and Wellington Cable Car.
Wellington is the North Island port for ferries to Picton on the South Island. Local ferries also connect Wellington city centre with Eastbourne, Seatoun and Petone.
Picton is a seaside town on New Zealand's south island and sits at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound in the beautiful Marlborough Sound and is regarded as one of New Zealand's prettiest towns. The town is popular with visitors from across the world who go there to enjoy its wonderful coastline, it has around 20% of New Zealand's coastline at its door, and to enjoy the best climate in New Zealand.
Being located on Marlborough Sound gives the town a relaxed atmosphere and is characterised by secluded bays and lovely clear waters. The view from the town's waterfront is perhaps one of the world's finest views and bears testament to the importance of the water and of boats to the town. Regular boat trips from Picton’s waterfront jetties take visitors to stunning locations throughout Queen Charlotte Sound.
Inter-island ferries to and from Wellington arrive and depart from Picton via Marlborough Sound. Most of the sheltered part of the route is through Tory Channel, south of Arapawa Island. The township of Waikawa is a couple of minutes drive from Picton and is home to one of the largest marinas in New Zealand.
