Ferry - Stewart Island Stewart Island

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Latest Questions about Ferry - Stewart Island (Stewart Island)

What time does the Stewart Island ferry leave Oban?

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The ferry departs from Stewart Island at 8am, 12:15pm & 3:30pm in summer (8am & 3pm only in winter).

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 5th Mar 24 at 09:52

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How long before the Stewart Island ferry departure do I need to be at the terminal?

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The check-in time for the Stewart Island Ferry is 30 min prior to the departure time.

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 25th Jul 23 at 15:44

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How would you suggest getting from Invercargill Airport to Bluff to catch the Stewart Island Ferry on the same day?

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There is a shuttle bus that runs from Invercargill Airport to Bluff for the Ferry to Stewart Island, please contact us to organise this. 

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 24th Jun 23 at 15:54

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How do I book a return ferry trip on the Stewart Island Ferry?

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To book a return trip on the Stewart Island Ferry, simply select the 'Return Ferry' option at the time that you would like to depart from Bluff Ferry Terminal. Then specify in the Extra Details section the time and date that you would like to catch the return ferry from Stewart Island back to Bluff. 

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 30th Mar 23 at 11:01

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Can you take E-Bikes on the ferry, are there any discounts for GoldCard or NZMCA Members

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How much for students on the return Stewart Island Ferry?

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We do not have any student rates for the Stewart Island Ferry. As of March 2024, the adult rate (16yo+) is $220 return and child rate (5-15yo) is $110 return.

Comment by: Everything New Zealand (Kiani) on 27th Feb 24 at 10:48

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Is the Stewart Island Ferry $220 per person return?

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Yes, as of Jan 24 the Stewart Island Ferry is $220 return (if you are traveling one way it is $110)

Comment by: Everything New Zealand (Rhiannon) on 25th Feb 24 at 16:53

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Is there a car park to leave car at Ferry Terminal in Bluff while staying across at Stewart Island?

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Yes, there is parking located right next to the Bluff Ferry Terminal where you can leave the car while staying on the island.

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 18th Apr 23 at 17:18

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Can you take a car across to Stewart Isalnd

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Unfortunately you are unable to take your car on the ferry to Stewart Island but you are able to hire a car on Stewart Island

Comment by: Everything NZ (Kate) on 16th Mar 23 at 20:38

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Are the fares return

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Thank you for your question regarding the Stewart Island Ferry.

We can make a booking for either a one way to or from Stewart Island or a return. 

Comment by: Everything Travel Group on 6th Mar 23 at 15:31

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Is the price for a round trip ticket or one way?

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Hey, You are able to book a one way to or from Stewart Island or a return Ferry

Comment by: Everything NZ (Kate) on 16th Mar 23 at 20:40

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Is there safe storage for our classic cars in Bluff overnight

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At the Bluff Terminal there is a secure car park for you to park for the day or overnight while you are on Stewart Island.

Comment by: Everything NZ (Kate) on 16th Mar 23 at 20:43

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Can we take mountain bikes on the ferry?

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You are able to take Mountain Bikes and Freight onto the ferry to Stewart Island, Please make us aware when making a booking or email us at [email protected]

Comment by: Everything New Zealand (Kate) on 16th Mar 23 at 20:46

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