How much is the TranzAlpine Express?
How much is the TranzAlpine Express?
| TranzAlpine fares | |
|---|---|
| Christchurch – Greymouth by TranzAlpine | Flexi fare NZ$ 189 (£99 or US$155) Starter fare* from NZ$ 119 (£62 or US$97) |
What is special about the TranzAlpine Express?
Journey highlights Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train between Christchurch and Greymouth. The TranzAlpine is one of the world’s great train journeys covering 223 kilometres (139 miles) one-way, taking just under 5 hours.
Is the TranzAlpine train running today?
TranzAlpine Temporarily Suspended Currently, services up to and including the 11th October 2021 have been cancelled.
How long does it take to travel from Christchurch to Greymouth on the TranzAlpine?
approximately 4 hours
Travel Christchurch to Greymouth on the TranzAlpine railway, one of the world’s most scenic train journeys. TranzAlpine trains depart daily from Christchurch Railway Station. The journey from Christchurch to Greymouth takes approximately 4 hours, crossing the Southern Alps and passing through stunning scenery.
Does the TranzAlpine stop?
With its reputation for being a must-do travel experience, the TranzAlpine journey through the South Island stays in the hearts of all its passengers long after they’ve hopped off the train.
Where does the TranzAlpine leave from?
Christchurch city
The tranzalpine train leaves from Troupe Drive Addington, Christchurch city, there is excellent parking at the station, all day, free, if all the spaces are taken, more parks are available as you arrive close to the station.
Where does the Tranzalpine leave from?
Do you have to wear a mask on the Tranzalpine?
“Passengers travelling on KiwiRail’s scenic trains in the South Island are not required to wear face coverings,” a spokesperson said. Alert level changes have hit the scenic train services hard, as unlike the Cook Strait ferries, they aren’t able to operate under alert level 2 due to physical distancing requirements.
Do NZ trains have toilets?
Are there toilet & washrooms facilities onboard? All long distance trains and ferry services have toilet facilities onboard. InterCity bus and coaches do not have onboard toilet/washroom facilities except for the Starlighter over night services. Intercity services do stop regularly for comfort breaks on route.
Can you take food on the Northern Explorer?
You are also able to bring food and drink on board with you.
Where does the TranzAlpine stop?
Our TranzAlpine Christchurch to Greymouth train stops at several remote stations along the way, including Arthur’s Pass National Park and Moana (Lake Brunner).
Where does the Tranz Alpine train run from?
The Tranz Alpine train operates daily between Christchurch, Arthurs Pass and Greymouth – from the east coast to the west coast of New Zealand’s South Island.
How long is the train from New Zealand to TranzAlpine?
The TranzAlpine is one of the world’s great train journeys covering 223 kilometres (139 miles) one-way, taking just under 5 hours.
Where do you go on the TranzAlpine train?
The TranzAlpine then ascends into the majestic Southern Alps to Arthurs Pass National Park, before descending through lush beech forest to the West Coast town of Greymouth – a great base for visits to Punakaiki and the always-popular glaciers.
Where does the train from New Zealand go?
Travelling west crossing the Canterbury Plains, the train slowly ascends through spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River towards the Southern Alps to the alpine village of Arthurs Pass for a short break before descending through the Otira Tunnel to the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island,…