Northern Explorer: Scenic Train Auckland – Wellington
Overview
The Northern Explorer train offers a breathtaking journey through New Zealand’s North Island, connecting Auckland to Wellington. This scenic train ride showcases dramatic landscapes, from rolling farmlands to volcanic peaks, all while ensuring a relaxing, comfortable travel experience. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, it’s an unforgettable way to explore New Zealand.
Experience the North Island in Comfort
The Northern Explorer train is a premier Auckland to Wellington train journey that highlights New Zealand’s stunning North Island scenery. From expansive plains and rugged mountain ranges to iconic landmarks like the Tongariro National Park, passengers are treated to uninterrupted views through panoramic windows. Enjoy a relaxing ride with spacious seating, an onboard café, and engaging audio commentary about the landscapes you’re passing.
Unforgettable Scenic Train Adventure
Travelling on the Northern Explorer is more than just transport—it’s a memorable experience. This North Island scenic train ride caters to travellers of all types, offering a unique perspective of New Zealand’s diverse terrain. Whether you’re seeking a convenient way to explore or a leisurely adventure, this train journey is ideal.
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What other Aucklanders are saying about Northern Explorer: Scenic Train Auckland – Wellington.
Jill Warrander : Thanks team for the great effort for getting us to the ferry. You went above and beyond for us. It was an amazing trip and I would be definitely doing it again.
Donna Marie Matthes : Amazing trip. Friendly staff that went above and beyond to make our experience a memorable one. Especially Bill. You are a true asset to the company!
Dave Russell : Great trip from Palmerston North to Auckland. Not a huge amount of legroom, and its a little uncomfortable to the neck to look out the window for long periods. It was dark for the last hour or two, which means that you can’t see much. But overall, a great trip. Outside observation car is great (make sure you get there early for the Spiral). We took our own food and drinks, so not sure what they are like from the restaurant, but it seemed to have a steady stream of people buying stuff. Toilet pretty clean. Fairly steady on the rails and not particularly noisy
Jesse Tio : Bring food, download movies and podcasts, and get comfy. Glad I did the journey but probably wouldn’t again. The North Island just isn’t that interesting with mostly farmland. Still snapped a few pictures though from the windowless car at the front.
sally shirkie : Highly recommend this trip, fantastic scenery and the commentary re the different areas and their history are excellent
TheKiwian : The Northern Explorer is an unforgettable experience either for the tourist or resident. You are in flat Hamilton and next minute you are in gorgeous middle earth on the Central Plateau. Staff are really friendly but you shouldn’t need them much since you will always be looking out the window. I’ve done some photography on the Northern Explorer and she looks beautiful as ever from the outside. From the observation car you have no windows and the wind blowing in your hair, feeling the temperature change as you climb to National Park, and back down again past Ohakune.
