TranzAlpine is KiwiRail's iconic journey across the Southern Alps from Christchurch to Greymouth on New Zealand's South Island, covering 224 km in approximately 4h30m. Ascending from Canterbury Plains through Arthur's Pass (920m) via 16 tunnels and 4 viaducts, it is consistently voted one of the world's top 10 scenic rail journeys.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christchurch Railway Station Christchurch | Start | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official New Zealand railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
TranzAlpine is KiwiRail's iconic journey across the Southern Alps from Christchurch to Greymouth on New Zealand's South Island, covering 224 km in approximately 4h30m. Ascending from Canterbury Plains through Arthur's Pass (920m) via 16 tunnels and 4 viaducts, it is consistently voted one of the world's top 10 scenic rail journeys.
The train runs on every day of the week. The route serves 1 intermediate stations in total.
Available travel classes include Economy. Fares start from NZD 49 for Economy.
Book TranzAlpine tickets at kiwirail.co.nz, the official KiwiRail portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Standard seating, most affordable class
Book TranzAlpine tickets at kiwirail.co.nz, the official KiwiRail portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit KiwiRailTranzAlpine timetable is shown in the schedule table above. Always confirm with KiwiRail before travel as timings can change.
TranzAlpine fares start from approximately 49 (economy class). Book at kiwirail.co.nz for the latest prices.
Book TranzAlpine tickets at kiwirail.co.nz, the official KiwiRail booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
TranzAlpine makes 1 stops. The route starts at Christchurch Railway Station and ends at Christchurch Railway Station. Major intermediate stops include .
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the KiwiRail website or app before booking.