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TranzAlpine
Experience one of the world's greatest train journeys aboard our TranzAlpine™ train.
Book your beautiful seat in our Scenic Class or make it an experience to savour in our Scenic Plus Class today.
Compare our Classes
Our simply beautiful Scenic Class brings you stunning views of New Zealand through our famous panoramic windows and Open-air Viewing carriage.
Our Scenic Plus Class is an experience to savour, with an inclusive menu of local delicacies and refreshments that is designed to bring the outside to your table.
View our Class comparison chart for a quick overview.
Journey highlights
Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train between Christchurch and Greymouth. Along this journey you’ll see epic vistas, travel the edges of the ice-fed Waimakariri River, traverse the Southern Alps, and see miles of native beech forest.
The TranzAlpine is one of the world's great train journeys covering 223 kilometres (139 miles) one-way, taking just under 5 hours. You’ll traverse the majestic Canterbury Plains, to the backdrop of the mighty Southern Alps - the journey of a lifetime.


Take a break in our Cafe

Enjoy the great outdoors

Discover Scenic Plus

Scenic Plus Dining

Scenic Plus Hosting

TranzAlpine Timetable

TranzAlpine Stations
