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Ferries to New Zealand

Interislander, Fullers 360, Bluebridge, Stewart Island Experience & Sealink NZ provide the ferries to New Zealand.

New Zealand Ferry Times

Ferries to New Zealand sail around 83 times a day and up to 571 times a week. Ferry timetables can vary by season. Use our deal finder for the latest ferry information and tickets.

New Zealand Ferry Ports

Ferries sail to 10 ports in New Zealand. Picton ferry port is the most popular with 42 weekly sailings.

Ferries from Wellington to Picton

Wellington Picton ferries sail approximately 6 times a day and up to 42 times a week, with a crossing time of 3 hours 31 minutes.

Ferries from Auckland to Waiheke

The ferry from Auckland to Waiheke sails in approximately 51 minutes with 27 daily sailings and up to 189 weekly sailings.

Can you take a car ferry to New Zealand?

There is a car ferry to New Zealand. Interislander, Bluebridge & Sealink NZ offer car ferries to New Zealand. A car ferry may not be available on all routes, we recommend viewing our Deal Finder for the latest car ferry information and pricing.

New Zealand Ferry Prices and Offers

Ferry prices for ferries to New Zealand can vary by route, operator and season. We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

Book ferry tickets to New Zealand

Booking ferries to New Zealand is easy. Book online and manage your trip with Direct Ferries. Use our Deal Finder to compare tickets and book the best option for you.

Most popular questions

Which ferries travel to New Zealand?

Ferries to New Zealand:
  • Wellington
  • Picton
  • Waiheke
  • Rangitoto
  • Oban (Stewart Island)
  • Great Barrier (Tryphena)
  • Great Barrier (Port Fitzroy)

What are the ferry ports in New Zealand?

New Zealand Ferry Ports:
  • Picton
  • Wellington
  • Auckland
  • Bluff
  • Half Moon Bay (Auckland)

Can you take pets on the ferry to New Zealand?

Yes, you can bring pets on the ferries to New Zealand. The ferry operators that allow you to travel with pets are
  • Interislander
  • Fullers 360
  • Bluebridge
  • Sealink NZ

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