How much is the train from Christchurch to Kaikoura?
$50 – $65
Alternatively, KiwiRail operates a train from Christchurch to Kaikoura 4 times a week. Tickets cost $50 – $65 and the journey takes 2h 50m.
What time do trains go through Kaikoura?
Trains Departing from Blenheim
| Destination | Dates Departs Arrives Frequency | Train |
|---|---|---|
| Kaikoura | 29/09/2022 – 31/12/2022 2:05 PM 4:15 PM Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 01/01/2023 – 30/03/2023 2:05 PM 4:15 PM Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Coastal Pacific – Picton to Christchurch |
Is the Coastal Pacific train running?
We are excited to announce that our Northern Explorer and Coastal Pacific journeys are scheduled to return soon. Northern Explorer will return to its six-day schedule from 25 September 2022. Coastal Pacific will operate from Thursday to Sunday from 29 September 2022.
Where does the Coastal Pacific train leave from?
Coastal Pacific train from Christchurch Our Coastal Pacific Christchurch to Picton train departs Christchurch Railway Station in the early morning, reaching Picton by early afternoon in time to connect comfortably with the Interislander Cook Strait ferry to Wellington.
Is the TranzAlpine still running?
Our TranzAlpine Greymouth to Christchurch train runs long weekends (Friday to Monday) until 24 December 2022. From December 26, the TranzAlpine will be running seven days a week. Please Sign-up to our newsletter to receive future timetable announcements.
What days does the TranzAlpine run?
Current Timetable Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Is the train from Picton to Christchurch running?
Our Coastal Pacific Christchurch to Picton train returns on 29 September 2022 running day returns on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Our Coastal Pacific Picton to Christchurch train returns on 29 September 2022 running day returns on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Does the train run from Picton to Christchurch?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Picton and arriving at Christchurch. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.
How much does TranzAlpine cost?
One of the world’s great train journeys, travelling from coast to coast on New Zealand’s South Island taking in the vast Canterbury Plains, spectacular Southern Alps and wild West Coast….Pricing and Conditions.
| Adult | $109.00 – $179.00 |
|---|---|
| Child (16 year(s) and under) | $76.00 – $125.00 |
How long is the TranzAlpine train trip?
5 hours
The TranzAlpine is one of the world’s great train journeys covering 223 kilometres (139 miles) one-way, taking just under 5 hours. You’ll traverse the majestic Canterbury Plains, to the backdrop of the mighty Southern Alps – the journey of a lifetime.
How much does the TranzAlpine train cost?
Where does the Coastal Pacific train go?
The Coastal Pacific was a long-distance passenger train that ran between Picton and Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand.