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New Zealand by train
Your guide to train travel in New Zealand
New Zealand
Popular train routes in New Zealand
“Explore New Zealand's hotspots by train”
From > To
Duration (h)
Changes
Transport
Auckland to Hamilton
2:52
Direct
Train (Northern Explorer)
Auckland to Wellington
11:12
Direct
Train (Northern Explorer)
Christchurch to Greymouth
4:50
Direct
Train (TranzAlpine)
Queenstown to Dunedin
4:14
Direct
Bus
Christchurch to Queenstown
8:10
Direct
Bus
Dunedin to Milford Sound
10:49
1
Bus
Hamilton to Rotorua
1:30 – 2:00
Direct
Bus
New Zealand train stations
Auckland Britomart Transport Centre
Wellington Railway Station
Christchurch Railway Station
Hamilton Frankton Station
Dunedin Railway Station
Palmerston North Station
Britomart Train Station, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Wellington Railway Station
Christchurch Railway Station
Hamilton Frankton Station
Dunedin Railway Station
Palmerston North Station
Good to know
The best time to travel to New Zealand
The best time to travel to New Zealand depends on your activities and the regions you want to visit. Summer (December to February) is ideal for beach holidays, hiking and water sports in warm, sunny weather. Autumn (March to May) brings mild weather, perfect for wine tasting, hiking and sightseeing, especially in Marlborough and Central Otago.
In winter (June to August), the Southern Alps are perfect for skiing and snowboarding, while the North Island enjoys milder temperatures. Spring (September to November) is ideal for outdoor activities, cycling and visiting gardens, with landscapes in bloom and mild weather.
All in all, New Zealand offers appealing travel options all year round, with summer, autumn and spring providing the best conditions for a wide range of activities and fewer tourists.
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Destination
New Zealand, Oceania
Population: 4.9 million
Currency: New Zealand dollar
Language: English
Capital: Wellington
Dialling code: +64
Time zone: New Zealand Standard Time (NZST)
