How long does the interisland ferry take?
How long does the interisland ferry take? Book Interislander passenger ferry tickets along with your bus travel. The 92km ferry between Wellington and Picton takes 3 and a half hours and has been described by many as one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world.
What is the cheapest way to get from North Island to South Island New Zealand?
Taking the ferry without a vehicle is the cheapest - and also the most convenient - way of crossing the strait - and if you book with us you will leave your existing rental vehicle at one end, and pick up a new one at the other.
How rough is the Cook Strait?
Cook Strait can also be one of the world's roughest stretches of water. It's part of the westerly wind belt known as the Roaring Forties. As the only gap between the mountainous main islands of the country, the strait acts like a huge wind tunnel.
How long is Cross island ferry ride?
DEPARTURE. Sailing Time is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes on our auto ferries. Sailing Time is approximately 40 minutes on our HIGH SPEED ferry.
What is the longest free ferry?
The ferries in our region are free, including the tourist attraction, the Kootenay Lake Ferry, which is the longest free ferry in the world. It's a 35-minute journey covering 8km, and operates year round.