Bluebridge Promo Code 2023/2024 – Discounted Cook Strait Ferry Crossings
Enjoy a 10% discount on all Bluebridge public passenger and vehicle fares. Use the promo code TRAVELTIPS.
Cross the Cook Strait in comfort and style – don’t let the ocean get in the way.
With beautiful views, convenient timetables, the option to upgrade to a comfortable cabin and your NZTT discount, a Bluebridge sailing is a great way to move between Wellington and Picton.
Book with Bluebridge & Save 10% using the promo code TRAVELTIPS.
📅 Availability is now open until the end of November 2024. We suggest booking early to guarantee the time and date you want – particularly during busy travel periods.
These discounts are for NZTT readers and members. Please ensure you are in our free Facebook group, or if you’re not on Facebook, explain that you read NZTT online (if asked by an operator). By booking through us, you will enjoy a discount while supporting us – thank you!
Renowned for its warm, friendly hospitality, Bluebridge goes the extra mile to ensure all of its passengers have an amazing Cook Strait ferry experience.
This iconic, must-do journey across Cook Strait takes approximately 3.5 hours, during which time, you’ll experience some of the most breathtaking scenery in Aotearoa.
Providing both Kiwis and international visitors with a lot of sailing options, this is so much more than just a way to travel between the North and South Islands!
Bluebridge sails between the heart of downtown Wellington City and the Marlborough Sounds (Picton to be precise) 50 times a week, 7 times daily, carrying 350 passengers and 130 vehicles per sailing, plus freight.
They even have a limited number of dog-friendly cabins on their new ship!
Next time you’re looking to cross the Cook Strait, be sure to use your Bluebridge promo code to secure the very best price possible.
Sailings are now open for the upcoming season. Happy travels!
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FAQ About Booking Using Your Bluebridge Promo Code
Simply enter the promo code TRAVELTIPS when you book your ferry tickets online. Your 10% discount applies to all sailings and ticket types, at any time of year.
Absolutely. Discounted Super Sail and Flexi Sail fares are available all year round to customers who are over 60 years of age, or who hold a Super Gold Card, a New Zealand Seniors Card or a Grey Power Card.
Yes, you can. When making your booking and entering your journey details simply select the I do not know vehicle registration box. Once you have picked up your vehicle and know your registration, please update your booking with the details. See the question below for important information regarding rental cars on Cook Strait ferries. You can book your discounted rental car through us too.
Bluebridge carries most vehicles including rental cars. Please note that some rental car companies allow the vehicle to travel onboard and some do not, depending on their individual policies. A full guide on who does and doesn’t allow their vehicles onboard can be found here.
Companies that do not allow their vehicles to travel onboard generally have depots in both Wellington and Picton for you to drop off and/or pick up their vehicles. If hiring from one of these companies you should book yourself on us as a foot passenger.
Other car hire companies may allow the vehicle to cross (including Apex, Avis and GO Rentals) so that you can simply drive on and drive off at the other end – retaining the same vehicle throughout your journey. However, ensure you double-check with your rental car provider before you make your ferry booking.
This all depends on the company you are hiring the vehicle with but many do allow this if pre-arranged. Please make these arrangements with your rental company directly.
As cancellations occur, the availability on their website will update in real-time so be sure to keep checking back to see if space has become available on your preferred sailing. Please note they do not operate a waitlist facility.
No this is not an issue. As long as the length of the motorhome/campervan is correct in your booking there won’t be any problems when you check-in.
This is a dedicated freight sailing so space is restricted to only a few non-freight customers due to the laws that govern the shipment of dangerous goods at sea. Limited food and beverage services are available on this sailing but you’ll still be able to grab a bite to eat and enjoy free movies plus free Wi-Fi.
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your cat, dog or other small pet with you. Pets must either stay in your vehicle or in one of their vehicle deck kennels ($15 one way) for the duration of the sailing. Please let Bluebridge know that you have a pet with you when you board so they can help keep your furry family member happy and safe.
Book with Bluebridge & Save 10% using the promo code TRAVELTIPS.
These discounts are for NZTT readers and members. Please ensure you are in our free Facebook group, or if you’re not on Facebook, explain that you read NZTT online (if asked by an operator). By booking through us, you will enjoy a discount while supporting us – thank you!
Hi Sarah. Please rejoin me up to all your travel groups.
Hi Margaret, I’m sorry but we’re not able to join people up – as much as we’d love to. We’d love for you to join us though – https://www.facebook.com/groups/newzealandtraveltips/ will get you into the main one. You’ll also find all of the other links on this site. Thanks so much!