Great Barrier – Auckland
Ferries to New Zealand
Great Barrier – Auckland
Ferries to New Zealand
Depending on the season their are about 5 weekly sailings between Great Barrier and Auckland. Sealink NZ provides the ferry from Great Barrier to Auckland. Great Barrier Auckland ferries cost between $180 and $1063, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
Great Barrier Auckland ferries depart at around 14:00.
Ferries from Great Barrier to Auckland sail in around 4 hours 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 5 weekly sailings from Great Barrier to Auckland provided by Sealink NZ. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Great Barrier to Auckland typically range between $179* and $1059*. On average the Great Barrier Auckland ferry is $825*. The cheapest Great Barrier Auckland ferry prices start from $179*. The average price for a foot passenger is $190*. The average price for a car is $1049*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated June 25.
The distance between Great Barrier to Auckland is approximately 61 miles (99km) or 53 nautical miles.
Yes, Great Barrier Auckland ferries allow cars onboard with Sealink NZ between Great Barrier and Auckland. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Great Barrier and Auckland use our Deal Finder.
Sealink NZ allow foot passengers on Great Barrier Auckland ferries.
Sealink NZ allow pets on ferries from Great Barrier to Auckland. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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| Great Barrier - Auckland Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Great Barrier Island | |
| Destination Country | New Zealand | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Sealink NZ | |
| Average Price | $825 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 4 h 30 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 4 h 30 m | |
| First Ferry | 14:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 14:00 | |
| Distance | 53 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 June 2025.
Auckland is the unofficial capital of New Zealand; Wellington may hold the political prowess, but Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city, laying home to just over a third of the entire country’s population, and its prime location makes it a transportation dream.
The city has the buzzing vibe of a bustling metropolis married with the charm and charisma of a seaside resort – it’s possible to browse some boutique stores whilst admiring the enigmatic ocean. Hauraki Gulf and its glorious plethora of islands is the highlight of the stunning landscape, its undulating hills and verdant foliage are the perfect place to spend a few hours basking in the blissful utopia.
The entire city is drenched in natural beauty, but when surrounded by dense rainforests, stunning thermal springs and a collection of wildlife reserves, it would be a shame to stay in the refines of Auckland’s city centre.
The CBD is a world in its own, hosting a collection of quaint coffee shops, grandiose restaurants and cool art galleries. Luckily it is very easy to reach to navigate around - an efficient bus service will take you from the ferry terminal to the centre - there are also good road links if you're travelling by car. Once in the centre, you can hop on a direct train to Wellington if you wish to continue your Kiwi adventure.
