Trains

1 days

From: NZ$239

Departure: Greymouth (West Coast)

Destination: Christchurch

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Explore the Southern Alps aboard the TranzAlpine train - one of the world's great train journeys, covering 223 kilometres (139 miles) one-way and taking just under 5 hours.

Our TranzAlpine train travels coast-to-coast through the 'Great Divide' and the indomitable spine of mountains that partitions New Zealand's South Island. 

On the east, enjoy relaxing in the garden city of Christchurch and horse trekking into the mountains from Springfield. On the west, experience the tranquillity of Lake Brunner and venture into glacier country from Greymouth. At the centre, explore some great NZ mountain hikes at Arthur's Pass.

Book a journey like no other by travelling in either direction from Christchurch to Greymouth, or Greymouth to Christchurch. 

Christchurch  •  Springfield  •  Arthur's Pass  •  Moana (Lake Brunner  •  Greymouth

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TranzAlpine train timetable

The TranzAlpine train travels daily until the May 6th, 2024.

From the 10th of May until the 16th of September 2024, the train departs four days a week from Friday to Monday. The schedule returns to daily service from the 20th of September 2024, continuing until the 5th of May 2025.

*From March 25, 2024, the TranzAlpine train will operate on a revised schedule. View the new schedule here. 

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