Baggage and Stowage

Checked baggage

Your allowance: 2 items per person, maximum weight 20 kg (44 pounds) per item. Size must be no more than 200 linear cm (height plus length plus width – approx. 6.5 linear feet).

Baggage between 20-30kg: we require your assistance in loading and unloading your bag from the baggage van or you have the option of repacking into bags provided to meet the 20kg per item limit. 

Baggage over 30kg (66 lbs): will not be accepted but can be repacked into bags provided to meet the 20kg per item limit.

KiwiRail staff at your departure station will help you load your baggage on to the train and ensure it is correctly labelled with the right stop.

Bringing your bike, board, skis or baby buggy

We appreciate that some of our passengers will be headed for our great outdoors, so we’ll do our best to accommodate your extra gear, if the space is available.

There will be a $10 charge for carrying extra items like surf boards, bicycles or skis.

Because of space demands, bicycles will be limited to one per passenger and we recommend that you book your bike on in advance. You may also be requested to remove, fold, or cover some parts of your bike.

Insurance

Scenic recommends passengers to insure all baggage and personal items. Please remember to attach labels with your contact details at your destination.

Hazardous or offensive items will be rejected at check-in. Hand Baggage which is obstructing passenger areas, will be moved to the baggage van.