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Ferry from Picton to Wellington

The Picton Wellington ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies; Interislander & Bluebridge.Picton Wellington ferries take around 3 hours 32 minutes. The ferry costs between €76.38 and €388.45, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Picton to Wellington.

Picton Wellington Ferry Times

The first Picton Wellington ferry typically departs from Picton at around 02:30. The last ferry usually departs at 20:50.

How long is the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

The Picton Wellington ferry trip can take around 3 hours 32 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 3 hours 30 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Picton Wellington Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 36 weekly sailings from Picton to Wellington provided by Interislander & Bluebridge. Timetables can change from season to season.

Interislander provide 20 sailings weekly. Bluebridge provide 20 sailings weekly.

Picton Wellington Ferry Prices

Picton Wellington ferry prices typically range between 76€* and 388€*. The average price is typically 187€*. The cheapest Picton Wellington ferry prices start from 76€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 80€*. The average price for a car is 212€*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 January 2025.

How far is it from Picton to Wellington?

The distance between Picton to Wellington is approximately 53.9 miles (86.7km) or 46.8 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Picton Wellington ferry?

Yes, Interislander & Bluebridge ferries allow cars on board ferries between Picton and Wellington. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Picton and Wellington.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Picton to Wellington?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Interislander & Bluebridge ferries between Picton and Wellington.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Picton to Wellington with Interislander & Bluebridge. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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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	179 €*
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.

How long is the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

The approximate duration for ferries from Picton to Wellington is 3h 30m. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Picton to Wellington?

Picton to Wellington is approximately 198 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Picton to Wellington?

2 popular ferry companies travel from Picton to Wellington. These ferry companies are

Interislander
Bluebridge

How can I book ferry tickets from Picton to Wellington?

Book Picton to Wellington tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.

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

Yes, foot passengers are allowed 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 car 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 the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. 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 Wellington Ferry reviews

"Great trip"

Staff very friendly and welcoming. Ship really clean. Arrived on board and shown to premium class lounge which we didn't know we had booked. Free breakfast and then morning tea with pastries, sandwiches and drinks. Well worth the money. Loved it. Was a little late on arrival nut weather wasn't great.

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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 13/01/2025 and 19/01/2025

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Bluebridge	02:30	06:00	3 hours 30 minutes	Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Interislander	07:30	11:00	3 hours 30 minutes	Sat, Sun
Bluebridge	07:45	11:15	3 hours 30 minutes	Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat
Bluebridge	08:00	11:30	3 hours 30 minutes	Sat
Interislander	11:00	14:30	3 hours 30 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Bluebridge	14:00	17:30	3 hours 30 minutes	Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Interislander	14:15	17:45	3 hours 30 minutes	Everyday
Interislander	18:30	22:00	3 hours 30 minutes	Sat, Sun
Bluebridge	19:15	23:00	3 hours 45 minutes	Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun
Interislander	20:50	00:20	3 hours 30 minutes	Mon