New Zealand Transportation

By Plane

While domestic flights are more efficient, they deprive travelers of spectacular road-level scenery—arguably one of the best (and least expected) parts of traveling in New Zealand. The major domestic ...more

By Train

The phenomenal TranzScenic (☎ 0800 872 467; www.tranzscenic.co.nz) runs between major cities and towns, providing its passengers with spectacular views of New Zealand’s ethereal landscape. Some trains ...more

By Ferry

InterIslander (www.interislander.co.nz) runs ferries between North and South Islands. Each run lasts 3hr. If you’re in a hurry, hop on InterIslander’s Lynx for a 2hr. ride across the Cook Strait ...more

By Bus

Many budget travelers, especially backpackers, choose the bus (or coach, as Kiwis say) as their transport of choice, especially in more remote areas. Remember that bus schedules can be somewhat flexible ...more

By Car

The most significant road difference for many travelers to New Zealand will be driving on the left-hand side of the road. Many roads in New Zealand outside major cities are narrow and only have two lanes ...more

By Thumb

Let’s Go never recommends hitchhiking as a safe means of transportation, and none of the information presented here is intended to do so. Let’s Go strongly urges you to consider the ...more