Northern Explorer Train Journey from Auckland to Wellington
1.Northern Explorer Train Journey from Auckland to Wellington
Travel one way from Auckland to Wellington aboard the Northern Explorer, a scenic train with comfortable seats, GPS-triggered commentary and an open-air viewing deck. The roughly 11-hour route crosses Waikato farmland, passes Tongariro National Park and follows the Raurimu Spiral. A café sells snacks and light meals, so plan for a long but easygoing day.
“This is a very long train ride if you go from Auckland to Wellington. The seats are comfortable but not 11 hours' worth! Getting up for a lunch or snack or checking out the viewing car is a must! All to say, well worth it. I had no idea what the landscape was like and I really didn't want to fly over it all. And trains are cool!”