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New Zealand

Getting to Wairarapa (Martinborough)

Everything you need to plan your journey — flights, trains, car rental, and getting around once you arrive.

By Air

Wellington (WLG)

70 minutes drive to Wairarapa (Martinborough)

Airlines serving this airport:

Air New ZealandJetstar

By Train

Good

Station

Featherston (Wairarapa Line)

From the Capital

1h Wairarapa Line train from Wellington to Featherston; then 15min drive to Martinborough

Car Rental

Recommended:Yes
Driving side:left

Car gives most flexibility; train + bike is also a popular option

Local Transport

Rideshare

Very limited

Public Transit

Wairarapa Line train to Featherston; limited buses

Bike Rental

Available

Driving Tips

  • 1

    Drive on the LEFT

  • 2

    The Rimutaka Hill Road from Wellington has sharp bends — drive carefully

  • 3

    Martinborough village is tiny and walkable — most cellar doors within cycling distance

  • 4

    Wine and food festivals draw big crowds from Wellington

Region Location

Wairarapa (Martinborough), New Zealand

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