Train travel in New Zealand is simply magic. 

Each of the three scenic passenger rail journeys in New Zealand are unique, with views from The Overlander train showing you  diverse countryside of the North Island; towering viaducts,  spectacular gorges, hidden valleys, to the rugged coastline of the South Island, seen from the Coastal Pacific train to the mountain alpine scenery from the TranzAlpine train.

Sit back, relax and enjoy some of the finest scenery in the world.

Travel is in air conditioned, centrally heated carpeted carriages with comfortable '2 Seat-Aisle-2 Seat' reclining seats with head rests, onboard washroom facilities, large panoramic windows and a team of friendly staff to provide assistance.

Some trains have special viewing carriages and some have paired seating around tables which is great for families, groups or for meeting new friends. 

Your train crew will point out scenic highlights and provide a little historical and cultural background on the places you travel through.

All long distance passenger trains have a Buffet Carriage where there is a selection of snacks, meals and drinks can be purchased on board and are licensed to sell alcohol.

All long distance passenger rail services are 'one class' service and are are non-smoking under New Zealand law.

You can explore New Zealand with the Scenic Rail Pass allows you to travel on the long distance passenger rail network at you own pace.

The Scenic Rail Pass is designed for independent traveler who wants to get the best out of your New Zealand holiday and experience the true beauty and benefits of train travel.

You can choose your own route, stop when you like, and travel as many times as you wish within the validity of this flexible pass - hop on and off where and when you wish or choose from a range of suggested rail pass travel itineraries.

With your Scenic Rail Pass, you can travel between the North and South Islands with ease as your Pass includes travel on the Interislander ferries between Wellington and Picton.

The Scenic Rail Pass provides you with genuine savings off the standard adult fare, so the more you travel the better the value

There are no over night long distance intercity passenger train/rail services in New Zealand.

So come and join a scenic kiwi rail journey and experience New Zealand's unique beauty by train.