Coastal Pacific Train Ticket Between Christchurch and Picton

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Chirstchurch Railway Station
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  • Hop aboard the Coastal Pacific train for an unforgettable sightseeing journey in New Zealand
  • Get a view of the Pacific Ocean and awe-inspiring mountains as you travel between Christchurch and Picton
  • Take advantage of the spacious compartments for your luggage so you can travel with ease
  • Get to choose intermediate stations to get off on for your utmost convenience during the trip
  • Pass by the astonishing Kaikōura Coastline which is famous for its marine mammals and whale watching
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  • You'll get confirmation within 24 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.

Confirmation:

  • You will receive confirmation of your booking's availability within 1 business day. Once confirmed, we will send you the voucher via email
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Additional Information:

  • Child ticket: Age 2-14
  • Infants aged 0-2 can join free of charge as long as they do not require their own seats or space for luggage
  • Children aged 0-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • Smoking is forbidden inside the train
  • Passengers are prohibited from drinking alcoholic beverages while on board. Alcoholic beverages must be stored inside your luggage during the trip
  • The departure time may change due to weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances
  • If you would like to stop over at any intermediate station during the journey, please indicate your leaving station and departure date upon check out
  • Please note: The departure times are fixed daily. There are no extra fees for stop overs at intermediate stations
  • This activity is wheelchair and stroller-friendly
  • Please note: This activity does not include insurance. Although not required, it is recommended that you purchase before booking

Luggage Information:

  • Wheeled bags and cabin bags are not allowed inside the carriages and must be checked in. Please bring a small bag for items such as cameras, wallets, phones, medication, coats/jumpers, etc.
  • The maximum weight for check in luggage per person is 23kg
  • Bags over 23kg will not be accepted and must be repacked. Repack bags can be purchased for NZD10 in addition to the NZD20 extra bag charge
  • You may carry a maximum of two additional pieces of luggage per person for a surcharge of NZD20 per piece
  • Maximum volume per bag is 158cm. This can be calculated by adding the height, length, and width of the bag all together
  • Additional luggage (per piece), bikes (maximum of 2, subject to availability), golf clubs, ski equipment, and surfboards will incur a surcharge of NZD20
  • Extra luggage can be paid at check-in
  • Bikes with trailers (maximum of 1, subject to availability) will incur a surcharge of NZD50
  • Please indicate if you have excess luggage upon check out

Train Schedule:

  • Please arrive at your preferred location 25 minutes before the departure time. No refunds will be issued for latecomers and no-shows

Christchurch to Picton

  • 7:00am depart from Christchurch Railway Station
  • 7:30am arrive at Rangiora Station
  • 7:30am depart from Rangiora Station
  • 09:50am arrive at Kaikoura Station
  • 10:00am depart from Kaikoura Station
  • 12:10pm arrive at Blenheim Railway Station
  • 12:10pm depart from Blenheim Railway Station
  • 12:40pm arrive at Picton Station

Picton to Christchurch

  • 1:40pm depart from Picton Station
  • 2:05pm arrive at Blenheim Railway Station
  • 2:05pm depart from Blenheim Railway Station
  • 4:15pm arrive at Kaikoura Station
  • 4:25pm depart from Kaikoura Station
  • 6:45pm arrives at Rangiora Station
  • 6:45pm depart from Rangiora Station
  • 7:30pm arrive at Christchurch Railway Station

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