Transport Costs in New Zealand

Daily transport budget: $8–$16 per person using public transit. Here's what getting around costs.

Budget

$8

per day

Public transit, walking

Mid-range

$16

per day

Mix of transit, occasional taxi

Luxury

$35

per day

Taxis, private transfers, car rental

What Transport Costs

InterCity bus$15-40
Rental car/campervan (per day)$40-80
Interislander ferry$55-75
Domestic flight$50-120

10-Day Transport Cost

Budget

$80

Mid-range

$160

Luxury

$350

Transport Tips

  • Buy multi-day transit passes if available — they almost always save money
  • Walking is free and the best way to discover neighborhoods
  • Book intercity trains in advance for the best fares
  • Use ride-sharing apps (Uber, Bolt, Grab) instead of street taxis for fair pricing
  • Book InterCity bus passes for flexible, affordable travel between cities.