Can you take a car on the ferry from North and South Island of New Zealand?

Bluebridge(opens in new window) and the Interislander(opens in new window) ferries travel regularly between the two islands and are able to transfer vehicles, motorcycles and pets. Comfortable seating, lounges with Wi-Fi and dining options are available onboard, so are private cabins.



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Taking the ferry without a vehicle is the cheapest - and also the most convenient - way of crossing the strait - and if you book with us you will leave your existing rental vehicle at one end, and pick up a new one at the other.

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It takes around three hours to go from the North Island to the South Island by ferry. Remember, apart from Apex and GO Rentals, rental providers generally don't allow their vehicles to be taken on the ferry, so you'll need to drop off your vehicle either at Wellington or Picton before boarding.

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The price of a ferry from Picton to Wellington can vary between $53 and $337 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $70, prices can range from $53 and $158. The average price with a car is $182.

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MULTI ISLAND HIRE The Multi-Island Hire sets up one booking for your entire journey. Customers travelling between the North and South Island are permitted to take Avis rental vehicles on the Inter-Island ferries across Cook Strait.

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You can rent a car in New Zealand if you are over 21 years old and have a full, unrestricted international driver licence or domestic licence.

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Can you take a car ferry to New Zealand? There is a car ferry to New Zealand. Interislander, Bluebridge & Sealink NZ offer car ferries to New Zealand.

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Hy-Line's fast ferries can go at speeds of up to 34mph, which if you're talking in proper seafaring terminology is 30 knots an hour (1 knot = 1.151 mph)!

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Cook Strait can also be one of the world's roughest stretches of water. It's part of the westerly wind belt known as the Roaring Forties. As the only gap between the mountainous main islands of the country, the strait acts like a huge wind tunnel.

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The best time to visit New Zealand is during the summer months of December to March. Expect long, bright, sunny days and temperatures between 61?F and 75?F. It's an ideal time to visit the lovely beaches or enjoy the many outdoor activities available, such as hiking and mountain biking.

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