What time does the Interislander sail?
Interislander operates three ships, Kaitaki, Kaiarahi and Aratere for you and your vehicle. There are various departure times….Wellington to Picton.
| Depart | Arrive | Ship |
|---|---|---|
| 08:45am | 12:15pm | Kaitaki * |
| 01:00pm | 04:30pm | Kaiarahi |
| 04:00pm | 07:30pm | Aratere |
Is the Interislander faster than Bluebridge?
Agree..go with the Interislander. They are bigger ships. the middle of the Cook Strait can get a bit rough so the bigger ships handle them well. They also go a bit faster in the swells.
How long does Interislander ferry take?
The Interislander Cook Strait ferry takes around three-and-a-half hours to travel between New Zealand’s North and South Island.
What time does the ferry get into Picton?
Interisland Ferry Timetable:
| Service | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|
| II6521 Wellington to Picton (Kaitaki) | 9:00am | 12:30pm |
| II6523 Wellington to Picton (Aratere) | 2:45pm | 5:55pm |
| II6525 Wellington to Picton (Kaiarahi) | 5:00pm | 8:30pm |
| II6520 Picton to Wellington (Kaiarahi) | 9:05am | 12:35pm |
How long is the ferry from Wellington to South Island?
around 3 hours 10 minutes
The Interislander service runs up to 3 times per day with a sailing duration of around 3 hours 10 minutes while the Bluebridge service runs up to 4 times per day with a duration from 3 hr 30 min. So that’s a combined 49 sailings on offer per week on the Wellington Picton route between the North and South Island.
Is Bluebridge cheaper than Interislander?
Worth noting is that Bluebridge ferries are typically much smaller than the Interislander ones. What is this? To help you in making your decision as to what ferry company to choose I’ve listed the pro’s of each below: Bluebridge – typically cheaper prices, more cabins on board should you want some private space.
How early do you have to arrive for a ferry?
You’ll need to arrive between an hour and 30 minutes before your scheduled sailing time.
What time is the ferry from Wellington to Picton?
Is interislander or Bluebridge cheaper?
How much is the ferry from Picton to Wellington?
The best way to get from Wellington to Picton without a car is to ferry which takes 3h 15m and costs $55 – $80.
Has anyone swam the Cook Strait?
Casey Glover swam the strait from north to south on 13 April 2008 in a record 4 hours 37 minutes. Eleven-year-old Aditya Raut became the youngest conqueror of Cook Strait on 20 February 2005. The oldest is Toshio Ogawa, who was 60 when he succeeded on 3 March 2015.
What is the Māori name for Cook Strait?
Raukawa Moana
The strait is named after James Cook, the first European commander to sail through it, in 1770. In Māori it has the name Raukawa or Raukawa Moana.
Which interisland ferry is best?
The interislander ferries are large car ferries which provide a safe and comfortable trip across the Cook Strait. All offer indoor and outdoor seating, and a cafe.
How many hours ferry from Picton to Wellington?
approximately 3½ hours
The Interislander ferry Picton to Wellington takes approximately 3½ hours.
What is the Interislander ferry?
The Interislander ferry is the longest running Cook Strait ferry service in New Zealand. Interislander sails between Wellington (North Island) and Picton (South Island). Our Interislander ferry is known as one of the most beautiful ferry journeys in the world and one of New Zealand’s most iconic tourism experiences.
How long is the Interislander ferry from Wellington to Picton?
The Interislander ferry Wellington to Picton takes approximately 3½ hours. The timetable below is a reference guide only. For accurate sailing times, please search our fares or see the Arrivals & Departures board.
Where does Interislander go?
Interislander sails between Wellington (North Island) and Picton (South Island). Our Interislander ferry is known as one of the most beautiful ferry journeys in the world and one of New Zealand’s most iconic tourism experiences. The Interislander is one of the unmissable Great Journeys of New Zealand.
Where is the Wellington Interislander ferry terminal?
The Wellington Interislander Ferry Terminal is located between the central city and State Highway One, and just 5 minutes from the heart of the city. Travellers driving from the central city should follow Waterloo / Aotea Quay until the sign for Interislander terminal.