Departure Routes & Schedule

Christchurch to Arthur’s Pass

• Departure Location: Christchurch
• Time: 08:15
• Arrive at 10:51

Arthur’s Pass to Christchurch

• Departure Location: Arthur’s Pass
• Time: 16:28
• Arrive at 18:31
• Arrive at the station at least 20 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time
• The departure time may change due to weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances

Luggage Information

• Luggage Weight Limit: No single bag may weigh more than 32kg or 71lbs
• Wheeled bags and cabin bags are not allowed inside the carriages and must be checked in. Please bring a small bag for items such as cameras, wallets, phones, medication, coats or jumpers, etc
• Bags over 32kg will not be accepted and must be repacked. Repacked bags can be purchased for NZD10 in addition to the NZD20 extra bag charge
• Bags weighing over 23kg requires two people to lift on to the train and we may require your assistance when boarding your bags
• You may carry a maximum of two additional pieces of luggage per person for a surcharge of NZD20 per piece
• Maximum volume per bag is 200cm. This can be calculated by adding the height, length, and width of the bag all together
• Additional luggage (per piece), bikes (maximum of 2, subject to availability), golf clubs, ski equipment, and surfboards will incur a surcharge of NZD20
• Bikes with trailers (maximum of 1, subject to availability) will incur a surcharge of NZD50
• Please indicate if you have excess luggage upon check out
• Pet Policy:
• Only certified assistance dogs allowed
• The dog must wear an identification tag with the owner’s name, address and telephone number
• During the trip your dog must be restrained by its lead and seated on an absorbent mat which you’ll need to bring with you;
• You will need to prepare your dog for the journey by exercising and limiting its fluid intake for several hours before boarding the train

Eligibility

• Children aged 0-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• Children aged 0-1 can join this activity free of charge provided they will not occupy separate seats
• Child ticket: Age 2-14

Additional Information

• Smoking is forbidden inside the train
• Passengers are prohibited from drinking alcoholic beverages inside the trains. Alcoholic beverages must be stored inside your luggage during the trip
• This vehicle is stroller and wheelchair-accessible
• If you would like to stop over at any intermediate station during the journey, please indicate your leaving station and departure date upon check out
• The departure times are fixed daily. There are no extra fees for stop overs at intermediate stations
• The departure time may change due to weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances

Address

Christchurch Railway Station

• Christchurch Railway Station, Addington, Christchurch, New Zealand
• How to get there: Take bus No.120 to Whiteleigh Ave near Troup Dr. Then, take a 5-minute walk towards the station
• Please refer to the map for assistance