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Explore the journey
Explore the scenery and landmarks you will see as you travel on one of the most scenic ferry journeys in the world.
Campervanning
Is a campervan trip around New Zealand on the bucket list? We have some advice to help with planning.
Getting to your Interislander ferry
Arrival and departures
Get today's sailing schedule with departure and arrival times. Sailing time is 3.5 hours.
Wellington
Our Kaiwharawhara terminal is located between the central city and State Highway 1 - just five minutes from the heart of the city.
Waitohi Picton
You’ll find vehicle check-in on Lagoon Road, accessible via Kent Street. Foot passenger check in is via the terminal on Auckland Street, a short walk from Picton town centre.
Promotions
AA Member Discount
As a New Zealand AA Member you can take advantage of our Interislander Cook Strait ferry discount and save money on your crossing.
Student Discount
Heading away to university with a car full of stuff? Going home for the holidays? Fancy a break with friends? Then grab a special Interislander Cook Strait ferry student deal!
Family discounts
When you book as a family, we automatically apply our best family discount ferry rates for you to choose from.
NZMCA members
Taking your caravan or motorhome across Cook Strait? If you are a NZMCA member find out about your benefits onboard Interislander - including discounted Premium Lounge passes.