THE MAINLANDER: EASTER WEEKEND
Christchurch - Dunedin - Invercargill
3–6 April 2026
The Mainlander: Easter Weekend
One-way, Return & Package Options
(From $149 - See below)
Key Highlights:
- Historic Dunedin Railway Station
- Coastal views at Timaru & Oamaru
- Optional Taieri Gorge Excursion
- Friendly crew, licensed bar, and scenic seating
All Aboard for an Unforgettable Easter Journey!
Travel by heritage rail this Easter weekend across some of New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes. From Christchurch to Invercargill, take in the mighty braided rivers of Canterbury, dramatic coastal views near Timaru and Oamaru, and arrive at the iconic Dunedin Railway Station. Return options available, with multi-day packages including accommodation and optional excursions.
Schedule:
| Date | Route |
|---|---|
| Fri 3 April | Addington → Timaru → Dunedin |
| Sat 4 April | Dunedin → Invercargill |
| Sun 5 April | Invercargill → Dunedin |
| Mon 6 April | Dunedin → Timaru → Addington |
Pricing Tables
| Trip | One Way | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch - Timaru | $149 | $299 |
| Timaru - Dunedin | $149 | $299 |
| Christchurch - Dunedin | $199 | $399 |
| Christchurch - Invercargill | $279 | $499 |
| Dunedin - Invercargill | $179 | $349 |
| Invercargill - Dunedin | $179 | |
| Invercargill - Christchurch | $279 | |
| Dunedin - Christchurch | $199 | |
| Timaru - Christchurch | $149 |
| Departure | Multi Day Packages (Return) | Single Traveller | Double/Twin (per person sharing rates) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | Christchurch - Dunedin (Train & Accommodation) | $1,499 | $1,100 |
| 03/04/2026 | Christchurch - Dunedin (Train & Accommodation+Taieri) | $1,649 | $1,250 |
| 03/04/2026 | Christchurch - Invercargill (Train & Accommodation) | $1,648 | $1,349 |
| 04/04/2026 | Dunedin - Invercargill (Train + Accommodation) | $798 | $699 |
