Northern Explorer train to Ohakune

You can catch the Auckland to Wellington train to Ohakune Railway Station on Saturday, Monday, and Thursday. Trains from Wellington to Ohakune depart on Friday, Sunday, and Wednesday.

Located in Ohakune Junction, opposite the Powderhorn Chateau, Ohakune Railway Station provides easy links to Ohakune town, the Old Coach Road trail, and Tūroa Ski field.

Northern Explorer Check-In

  • Arrive at Station 20 minutes early 
  • Wait near the centre of the platform for the train to arrive
  • A crew member will greet you on the platform once the train has arrived to check you in and provide you with your Boarding Pass and Luggage Labels.
  • All wheeled bags, large backpacks, and suitcases will need to be taken to the Luggage Carriage.

 

See our Check-In and Luggage page for more details. 

Ohakune Railway Station

Ohakune Station Road, Ohakune 4625

 

Northern Explorer timetable

Our Northern Explorer Auckland to Wellington train departs Ohakune station southbound on Monday, Thursday and Saturday.

Our Northern Explorer Wellington to Auckland train departs Ohakune station northbound on Friday, Sunday, and Wednesday.

 

Check Arrival and Departure times

Call our automated service for the latest times

0800 872 467

Check Arrival and Departure times

Call our automated service for the latest times

0800 872 467