Picton – Wellington
Ferries to New Zealand
Picton – Wellington
Ferries to New Zealand
The Picton to Wellington ferry is available with 2 operators and runs all year round. The ferry from Picton to Wellington takes around 3 hours and 33 minutes on most ferries serving this crossing. The duration for the Picton to Wellington ferry can vary between 3 hours 30 minutes and 3 hours 45 minutes depending on the operator that you choose to book with.
There are 46 weekly sailings from Picton to Wellington. Interislander offer up to 13 weekly sailings and Bluebridge offer up to 4 sailings each day. Please keep in mind that the number of ferry sailings often increase during the high season.
The first ferry departs Picton at approximately 02:30 and the final ferry departs at approximately 20:50. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
Bluebridge and Interislander provide the fastest ferry from Picton to Wellington in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Picton to Wellington typically cost around $218.
There are overnight sailings available from Picton to Wellington. The first overnight sailing from Picton usually departs at 02:30.
You can book cabins on ferries that sail from Picton to Wellington with Interislander and Bluebridge.
Yes, Bluebridge and Interislander allow pets on their ferries from Picton to Wellington. Pets must either stay in your vehicle or in one of the kennels available onboard, which cost $15 each way. Please also ensure that your pet is fully vaccinated before travelling.
Passengers are allowed a maximum of two bags weighing up to 30kg at no additional cost.
The price of a ferry from Picton to Wellington can vary between $54 and $561 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $174, prices can range from $54 and $257. The average price with a car is $361. Car prices can range from $187 and $588. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please note that prices do not include booking fees.
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The easiest way to travel from Picton to Wellington is by ferry. With 6 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Picton - Wellington Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | New Zealand | |
| Destination Country | New Zealand | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Bluebridge & Interislander | |
| Average Price | A$292* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 46 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 3h 31m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 3h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 02:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 20:50 | |
| Distance | 46 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Located in the Marlborough region of New Zealand, the town of Picton is near to the head of Queen Charlotte Sound which is near the north east coast of New Zealand's South Island. The town, named after the Welsh military associate of the Duke of Wellington, Sir Thomas Picton, is one of the most picturesque seaside town in New Zealand. It has around 20% of New Zealand's coastline at its door and the best climate of anywhere in the country, which combine to make Picton a must see destination of both domestic and international visitors to Marlborough.
The Marlborough Sound gives Picton its relaxed atmosphere with its secluded bays and crystal clear waters. The town's waterfront is forever changing colour and its marinas are always a hive of activity. There are boat trips available from Picton to other amazing locations throughout Queen Charlotte Sound.
Inter-island ferries to and from Wellington arrive and depart here by way of the Marlborough Sounds. Most of the sheltered part of the route is through Tory Channel, south of Arapawa Island.
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand and lies on the south coast of New Zealand's North Island. New Zealand's second largest city is surrounded by a lovely harbour, that offers visitors with amazing views, along with a good selection of Victorian buildings often built on slopes of hills. There are many things to see and do in the city and it is widely regarded as being New Zealand's most picturesque city and lies at the crossroads between the North Island and the South Island, with regular ferry crossings between the two. The city has a good selection of beaches and a beautiful coastline which have been popular with visitors for many years. Perhaps the most desirable coastal part of the city is Eastbourne where Days Bay and Sunshine Bay are especially popular and both a generally suitable for swimming.
The city's urban area includes the city itself, Porirua to the north, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt which are to the north east and collectively are known as the Hutt Valley.
When does the ferry between Picton and Wellington operate?
The ferry route between Picton and Wellington operates throughout the entire year, ensuring consistent service regardless of the season. Travellers can count on this route to be available whenever they plan their journey, making it a reliable choice for year-round travel.
The ferry route between Picton and Wellington offers cabins on board, providing a comfortable and private space for passengers during their journey.
