Getting around New Zealand
Oceania
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
No (1-2 stopovers)
Duration
24-30h with 1-2 layovers
Indicative round-trip price
900-1600 EUR round trip
Book
4-6 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
InterCity and its passes (FlexiPass). Kiwi Experience for the hop-on hop-off tourist bus.
Train
TranzAlpine (Christchurch-Greymouth) and Northern Explorer. Scenic but infrequent.
Taxi
Metered taxis. Expensive. Uber available in major cities.
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Queenstown | Plane | 2h | 60-150 EUR |
| Christchurch | Greymouth | TranzAlpine | 4h30 | 60-120 EUR |
| Wellington | Picton | Interislander ferry | 3h30 | 40-70 EUR |
| Auckland | Rotorua | InterCity bus | 3h30 | 15-30 EUR |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
Rare
Car
25-55 EUR / day
French license + certified sworn translation
International permit : Required or strongly recommended
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Almost no scams
New Zealand is one of the safest countries in the world.
Tip :The only thing to watch is the weather in the mountains and on remote roads.
Practical tips
- A campervan road trip is the quintessential Kiwi experience.
- The Wellington-Picton ferry links the two islands — book ahead in high season.
- The TranzAlpine is one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world.
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