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Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch
Picton, New Zealand
- 5 hours 40 minutes
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The Coastal Pacific is one of the ‘Great Journeys of New Zealand’—a scenic train route that runs between Picton and Christchurch on the South Island. On this tour, enjoy a hassle-free experience with prepaid tickets and soak up the scenery on the one-way railway journey. Along the way, listen to the audio commentary, order refreshments from the on-board café (own expense), and admire views of the Pacific Coast, Kaikoura, and Canterbury Plains.
- One-way train ride from Picton to Christchurch
- Spectacular views of Kaikoura and the Pacific Coast
- Panoramic windows and open-air viewing carriage
- On-board audio commentary ensures you don’t miss anything
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- GPS-triggered audio commentary
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Picton Railway StationPicton 7220, New Zealand
Start time
01:40 PM
End point
- Christchurch Railway StationAddington, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Infants must sit on laps
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Laurie_P
Organized, clear instructions as to where to board. Staff was very helpful and available. Like that they collect trash frequently to keep the space clean and enjoyable. Would so recommend this trip even to native Kiwis as it was beautiful.
The only suggestion is to show on the map where you actually are. Most of the trip, unless it was a stop, didn’t really know where we were.
Reviews
4.5
274 reviews
Mia_F, Apr 2024
Comfy, clean train with a bonus having the outside area which allows you to really take in the stunning views properly! Breathtaking views highly recommend
Bella_C, Apr 2024
This took the stress out of driving. The commentary was really good. The dining car and food was great, reasonably priced food. Fully recommend.
G_C, Apr 2024
The ocean road and scenery was spectacular! I enjoyed sipping on some NZ wine and watching the beautiful scenery. Very relaxing and I enjoyed the whole trip until it became dark at 6pm.
Aviva_C, Apr 2024
Very nice time with a beautiful view of the beautiful landscapes of the south island . Small point less well, as night falls faster in this period and we were on the train for two hours at night.
Laurie_P, Apr 2024
Organized, clear instructions as to where to board. Staff was very helpful and available. Like that they collect trash frequently to keep the space clean and enjoyable. Would so recommend this trip even to native Kiwis as it was beautiful.
The only suggestion is to show on the map where you actually are. Most of the trip, unless it was a stop, didn’t really know where we were.
Brian_D, Mar 2024
The magnificent scenery together with the timed commentary was outstanding. There were a group of people possibly travelling to a football match seated at the rear of our carriage. They were very noisy and using foul language . The appeared to make no effort to stop this.
Robert_S, Mar 2024
The scenery on the train ride was beautiful, especially along the coast! The train itself was very comfortable with several food and drink options available. The train left on time and actually arrived a few minutes early, highly recommend.
Manuela_F, Mar 2024
Loved it so much..very relaxing train..on time and arrived little bit earlier..great restaurant..lots of bathrooms..beautiful big windows..try to sit on the A B section of the train to see the pacific better
Wayne_F, Mar 2024
The coach was ver comfortable and the route was very interesting as it covered many different geographic features along the way.
Rachel_B, Mar 2024
The food was pretty good on the train. And it was a very peaceful and enjoyable experience. I would ride again
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