Getting Here

Located in the middle of New Zealand, it’s easy to get to Wellington from anywhere in the world.

By Plane

Wellington International Airport has direct connectivity to the rest of New Zealand, Australia, and Fiji, across various airlines. Domestic air services are regular and fast. Flights to Auckland and Christchurch international airports depart hourly, and travel time is usually an hour. Queenstown is an hour and a half away, with multiple flights daily.

By Car

If you are driving, Wellington is connected to two of the country’s major state highways, SH1 and SH2. The drive time from Auckland is approximately nine and a half hours, and Napier is approximately four hours. If driving from the South Island, you’ll need to take the Cook Strait ferry.

By Ferry

The capital is a coastal gateway between the North and South Islands. There are regular ferry services across the Cook Strait to and from Picton. The three-and-a-half-hour journey takes you through the picturesque Marlborough Sounds. You can sail with either Interislander or Bluebridge.

Getting Around Wellington

Wellington is compact and easy to navigate. The city centre is walkable, and there's a reliable public transport system including buses, trains, and the iconic cable car. Rental cars, taxis, and ride-sharing services (Uber and Didi) are also available.

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