Take a ride on one of New Zealand’s great train journeys!
Sometimes, driving can become tiring when you’re on holiday. Long days on the road pass by without it feeling like you’ve taken in the sights along the way. Train journeys offer a welcome change of pace, avoiding the grind of road traffic and driver fatigue. These famous train journeys across both islands effortlessly connect you to some of New Zealand’s top destinations, and offer views you simply can’t get from the road. All you have to do is relax! Maybe it’s time to ditch the car and hit the rail trail…
Northern Explorer

Northern Explorer in Auckland
Northern Explorer at a glance
Connects: Auckland & Wellington
Duration: 11 hours
Explore: Waitomo, Tongariro National Park, Wellington, Auckland
Coastal Pacific

Coastal Pacific
Coastal Pacific at a glance
Connects: Picton & Christchurch
Duration: 6 hours
Explore: Kaikoura, Marlborough, Christchurch
TranzAlpine

TranzAlpine Experience
TranzAlpine at a glance
Connects: Christchurch & Greymouth
Duration: 5 hours
Explore: Arthur’s Pass, Greymouth & West Coast, Christchurch
Click through to learn more about these iconic New Zealand Train Journeys!
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