tranz alpine car/train combos

The tranz alpine train is rated one of the world’s greatest scenic railway journeys. Why not experience the grandeur of New Zealand’s Southern Alps by train.

offer 1 - tranz alpine car/train combo

Day 1: Pickup your apex rental vehicle at Christchurch and drive to Greymouth at your leisure (4-5 hr drive)

Day 2: Return your vehicle at Greymouth Train Station and board the tranz alpine train back to Christchurch.
The total cost of your two-day excursion is only $25 for the car plus the cost of your train tickets.

Please note:
This special offer is only available to customers who pick up their rental vehicle in Christchurch. It is not available in the reverse direction.

Please click here to book train offer 1.

offer 2 - free vehicle exchange with tranz alpine train

If you are planning an extended trip throughout New Zealand we recommend that you take advantage of Apex's FREE vehicle exchange offer and experience the spectacular tranz alpine train journey between Greymouth and Christchurch. Simply return your first car at our Greymouth Train Station branch, enjoy crossing the Southern Alps on the tranz alpine train, and we will have a fresh vehicle waiting for you when you arrive in Christchurch.

Please note:
This special offer is only available to customers who return their rental vehicle in Greymouth and catch the train to Christchurch. It is not available in the reverse direction.

Please click here to book train offer 2.

one-way tranz alpine train fares

• adult tranz alpine ticket - $NZ161
• senior tranz alpine ticket - $NZ159
• student tranz alpine ticket - $NZ159
• child tranz alpine ticket - $NZ113

daily tranzalpine train timetable

• Depart Greymouth - 12.45 am
• Arrive Christchurch - 6.05 pm

about the tranz alpine

The tranzalpine scenic train journey travels between Christchurch and Greymouth, from one coast of New Zealand to the other. From your carriage you’ll see the fields of the Canterbury Plains and farmland, followed by the spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River. Your train then climbs into the Southern Alps before descending through lush beech rain forest to the West Coast town of Greymouth – a great base for visits to Punakaiki and the always popular glaciers.

The tranz alpine journey is an ideal weekend getaway or honeymoon vacation highlight. All carriages include both one way seating and tabled group seating allowing you to experience the amazing views while enjoying the company of other passengers on-board. An open air viewing carriage allows you to get even closer to the stunning scenery and provides many opportunities to photograph your favourite spots. There’s a lot to look forward to!

The train journey sets off from Christchurch - New Zealand's largest city on the South Island. The trip is 223.8 kilometres long and takes just four and a half hours. There are 16 tunnels, and 5 viaducts, the highest being the Staircase standing at 73 metres.

The tranz alpine train departs Christchurch and Greymouth daily. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway or a longer trip, tour New Zealand's South Island from one coast to the other by train and relax while rediscovering the uniqueness of train travel.

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