Cook Strait Passenger Car Ferry Services
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The Wellington - Picton - Wellington ferry services has been suspended until further notice due to 14 Nov 16 earthquake

Bluebridge Ferry in Wellington HarbourBluebridge  
Cook Strait - Wellington - North Island to Picton  - South Island

Bluebridge regular scheduled daily freight, car and passenger ferry service between Wellington and Picton, crossing Cook Strait - a 30 kilometre stretch of water separating the North Island and the South Island with a range of affordable fares.

The Bluebridge ferry service operates two 136 metre 'Roll On/Roll Off' ships each with four vehicle decks for 150 vehicles, 2 passenger decks for 400 passengers, using computerized navigation and ship stability equipment, to make crossing Cook Strait a safe and enjoyable experience.

Our onboard services provide our passengers with a taste of warm and friendly 'Kiwi' hospitality. The comfortable and relaxing lounge areas mean passengers can watch a free big screen movie or sit back, relax and enjoy the journey.


Crossing time is 3 hours for all ferries

Timetable & Reservations   From Wellington   -   From Picton