New Zealand Transport Options – FAQs
There are many different ways to see New Zealand. The best transport option is the one that suits your needs best. One popular way of getting around New Zealand is by Campervan (or Motorhome). If you have booked your accommodation already, then hiring a rental car is an option worth considering. Another great way of seeing the best of New Zealand is on one of many custom tours available. These include biking, hiking, self-drive, golfing, walking and coach tours. Other transport possibilities include flights, train or ferry boat travel.
New Zealand Rental Cars, Campervans and Tours
New Zealand Rental Cars – Whether you are looking for a budget, economical car or a large 6-8 seater people mover, our NZ rental cars guide has it covered.
New Zealand Campervans – A great way to explore New Zealand is in a Campervan – no matter where you find yourself, you will always have a place to sleep.
Custom New Zealand Tours – Another popular way to see NZ is on a custom built tour. Choose from biking tours, walking tours, golfing tours, self-drive or coach tours.
Domestic Airlines
Air New Zealand – The largest airline operating within New Zealand, Air NZ offers more flights to more destinations than any of its competitors.
Jetstar Airways – A low cost carrier that operates between the main travel hubs including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, and Queenstown.
Train and Ferry Travel
KiwiRail Scenic Journeys – Unique train travel experiences and itinerary options between the main cities for individual travellers, families and small groups.
The Interislander Ferry – Passenger ships for travel between Wellington and Picton. The voyage is about 3 hours long. The ferries carry cars, buses & trains.
Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry – Offers two vessels that cross the Cook Strait four times a day between terminals in central Wellington and Picton in the South Island.