It takes about 3.5 hours to cross the Cook Strait, travelling about 92km from Wellington, North Island to Picton, South Island.

This video shows the process of boarding the Blueridge Ferry from Wellington to Picton on a car. You can choose Blueridge or Interislander ferry service, both sailing several times a day. See the links below for more information.

Seating is first come, first served. There is cafe and bar on board.

https://www.bluebridge.co.nz/
https://www.interislander.co.nz/

Distance: 93km
Duration: 3.5 hours
Check in: 1 hour before departure

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