What's happening?
Aratere Retirement
Aratere will officially retire on August 18, 2025. The final sailing for Aratere will be the 11:00am departure from Picton on that day.
Our winter menu is now available on board
Our new winter menu is inspired by “good friends, good food, and good views" and includes seafood chowder, pepperoni pizza, and a chicken burger with fries (of course). The ever popular eggs benedict is joined by garlic mushrooms on toast for breakfast.
Claims for historical delay / cancellation events
Make a claim related to a historical cancellation or delay arising from an event that was within Interislander’s control (excludes weather delays) or request a review of previous claims filed
Getting to your Interislander ferry
Arrival and departures
Get today's sailing schedule with departure and arrival times. Sailing time is 3.5 hours.
Wellington
Our Kaiwharawhara terminal is located between the central city and State Highway 1 - just five minutes from the heart of the city.
Waitohi Picton
You’ll find vehicle check-in on Lagoon Road, accessible via Kent Street. Foot passenger check in is via the terminal on Auckland Street, a short walk from Picton town centre.
Upgrade your Journey
Upgrade your Cook Strait crossing
Escape to Interislander's Premium Lounge for welcoming service, sensational views, child-free serenity and locally sourced food and drinks. Enjoy cruising across Cook Strait sipping on Marlborough wines and a selection of seasonal dishes.
Promotions
NZMCA members
Taking your caravan or motorhome across Cook Strait? If you are a NZMCA member find out about your benefits onboard Interislander - including discounted Premium Lounge passes.
Group discounts
Travelling with 12 or more? Give our team a call to talk about our group discounts 0800 878 898
Family discounts
When you book as a family, we automatically apply our best family discount ferry rates for you to choose from.
AA Member Discount
As a New Zealand AA Member you can take advantage of our Interislander Cook Strait ferry discount and save money on your crossing.