TranzAlpine Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch
Overview
Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train one way between Greymouth and Christchurch. Along this journey you’ll see epic vistas, travel the edges of the ice-fed Waimakariri River, traverse the Southern Alps, and see miles of native beech forest.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- GPS-triggered audio commentary
- One Way Rail Journey
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Guide
Meeting Location
164 MacKay Street
Greymouth 7805, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Addington
Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
What To Expect
One of the world’s greatest train journeys, travelling coast to coast through forests and farmland and through the spectacular Southern Alps. The TranzAlpine operates a daily service between Christchurch and Greymouth. From the comfort of world class carriages travel from the West Coast town of Greymouth through lush beech rainforest before arriving at Arthur's Pass National Park. Then travels through the majestic Southern Alps, followed by the spectacular gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River. You will then see the fields of the Canterbury Plains before arriving at the final destination of Christchurch.
While on board enjoy the journey in award winning world class carriages with specially designed seats. Awaken your senses in the open air viewing decks or sit back and enjoy the GPS triggered audio commentary available through headphones at every seat. All trains have a licensed café carriage providing snacks and light meals.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if travelling with a wheelchair.
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass
- This train passes through the Southern Alps, please dress for the alpine conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the TranzAlpine Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch?
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Activity code: C-59907P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- GPS-triggered audio commentary.
- One Way Rail Journey.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable).
- Guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the TranzAlpine Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for TranzAlpine Train Journey from Greymouth to Christchurch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- GPS-triggered audio commentary
- One Way Rail Journey
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if travelling with a wheelchair.
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to scheduled departure and check in at the station to receive your boarding pass
- This train passes through the Southern Alps, please dress for the alpine conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
