How do you get to the south island of new zealand to the north island? How much does it cost?

Question

How do you get to the south island of new zealand to the north island? How much does it cost?

Answer 1

There are ferries between Picton and Wellington, or aeroplanes.

The ferries cost about $40 NZ / Adult, and will take a car / motorcycle or bicycle (at extra cost)  There are two companies: InterIslander and Bluebridge, running several sailngs / day - trip takes 3-4 hours.

Answer 2

These ferry services can be purchased in conjunction with the train and/or coach services as well. If you're planning on using these modes of transportation, you can save money by purchasing it all at once.

http://www.flexipass.co.nz/