Picton
Wellington
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Picton Wellington Ferry

The Picton Wellington ferry route connects New Zealand with New Zealand and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Interislander service runs up to 14 times per week with a sailing duration of around 3 hours 30 minutes while the Bluebridge service runs up to 4 times per day with a duration from 3 hours 30 minutes.

So that’s a combined 42 sailings on offer per week on the Picton Wellington route between New Zealand and New Zealand. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Picton to Wellington is approximately 3h 30m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

The average price of a ferry from Picton to Wellington is approximately 171 €. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Picton to Wellington can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Picton to Wellington?

There are currently 2 popular ferry operators travelling from Picton to Wellington. The following operators that provide this service are
  • Interislander
  • Bluebridge

How can I book ferry tickets from Picton to Wellington?

Ferries from Picton to Wellington are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Picton to Wellington with
  • Interislander
  • Bluebridge

Can you take your car on the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Picton to Wellington with the following operators
  • Interislander
  • Bluebridge

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
  • Interislander
  • Bluebridge

How far is Wellington from Picton?

Picton to Wellington is approximately 46 nautical miles distance apart.

Picton Guide

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 Guide

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.


Picton to Wellington Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2024-04-15 and 2024-04-21


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Bluebridge 02:30 06:00 3 hours 30 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Interislander 07:30 11:00 3 hours 30 minutes Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Bluebridge 07:45 11:15 3 hours 30 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Interislander 11:00 14:30 3 hours 30 minutes Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Bluebridge 14:00 17:30 3 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Interislander 14:15 17:45 3 hours 30 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Interislander 18:30 22:00 3 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Bluebridge 19:15 22:45 3 hours 30 minutes Everyday
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