Tracknet Transport offer reliable daily scheduled passenger bus and coach services to and from many of the most beautiful areas of the South Island.
Tracknet Transport
77 Manapouri-Te Anau Highway
Te Anau 9679
New Zealand
res@tracknet.net
The Milford Track is a 53.5km Great Walk where you can experience lush green rainforest, pristine lakes and rivers, and spectacular alpine views over four days.
Our locally designed transport solutions make getting to and from the Milford track stress-free.
Not sure where to start? Get in touch — we’re your local track transport experts.
Travel from Te Anau Downs to Glade House aboard an all-weather catamaran featuring spacious viewing windows, an open-air deck, onboard toilets, and complimentary tea and coffee.
With over 35 years of experience, Tracknet operates a trusted transport network throughout Fiordland, supported by knowledgeable local drivers and staff.
Tracknet is 100% family-owned and operated, based right here in Fiordland. We’re passionate about sharing our backyard with visitors.
We’re proud supporters of local conservation efforts, including the whio (blue duck) breeding programme and predator control lines. We love Fiordland — and we’re dedicated to protecting its future.
Outward Transport: 9.50am or 1:25pm Bus from Te Anau to Te Anau Downs connecting to fast, comfortable ferry from Te Anau Downs to Glade Wharf (1hr 30mins)
Return Transport:
2:00pm - 4:30pm Ferry from Sandfly Point to Milford Sound (15 mins)
+ connecting with 2:30pm or 5:00pm Bus from Milford Sound to Te Anau (2 hrs 15 mins)
From: Adult $255 | Child $53
Upon booking, you can select a later date should you wish to overnight in Milford Sound after the track.
Runs daily 28th Oct 2025 - 1st May 2026.
Outward Transport: Depart Queenstown at 6:55 am or 10:15 am by bus to Te Anau Downs (approx. 2 hrs 30 mins) + connect with fast, comfortable ferry to Glade Wharf to start the Milford Track
Return Transport: 2:00 pm ferry from Sandfly Point to Milford Sound (approx. 15 mins) + connection with 2:30 pm bus from Milford Sound to Queenstown (approx. 5 hrs 25 mins)
From: Adult $353 | Child $211
You can choose a later return date during booking if you'd like to overnight in Milford Sound after finishing the track
Runs daily 28th Oct 2025 - 1st May 2026.
Outward Transport: 10:30 am or 2:00 pm: Fast ferry from Te Anau Downs to Glade Wharf (1 hour)
Return Transport: 2:00pm - 4:30pm Ferry from Sandfly Point to Milford Sound (15 mins) + connecting with 2:30pm or 5:00pm bus from Milford Sound to Te Anau Downs (1hr & 30mins
From: Adult $219 | Child $131
You can choose a later return date during booking if you'd like to overnight in Milford Sound after finishing the track
Runs daily 28th Oct 2025 - 1st May 2026.
Connecting Transport: 6:55 am, 10:15 am, or 4:30 pm: Bus from Queenstown to Te Anau (approx. 2 hrs 30 mins)
Outward Transport: 9:50 am or 1:25 pm: Bus from Te Anau to Te Anau Downs + connection with fast ferry to Glade Wharf (1hr & 30mins)
Return Transport: 2:00 pm: Ferry from Sandfly Point to Milford Sound (approx. 15 mins) + connection with 2:30 pm bus from Milford Sound to Queenstown (approx. 5 hrs 15 mins)
From: Adult $353 | Child $211
Morning and afternoon ferry options from Te Anau Downs to Glade Wharf are priced differently. Select your preferred option when booking.
Runs daily 28th Oct 2025 - 1st May 2026.
Outward Transport: 6:55am or 10.15am bus from Queenstown to Te Anau connecting with fast ferry from Te Anau Downs to Glade Wharf
Return Transport: 2:00pm Ferry from Sandfly Point to Milford Sound (15 mins)
Milford Cruise: 2.45pm Milford Sound Cruise operated by Cruise Milford (1hr 45mins) connecting with 5:00pm Bus from Milford Sound to Te Anau (overnight in Te Anau)
Return Transport: 7.00am, 11.30am or 5:00pm Bus from Te Anau to Queenstown (2hrs 30 mins)
From: Adult $492 | Child $300
Upon booking, you can adjust dates based on how many nights you spend on the track, or if you make a stopover in Te Anau.
Runs daily 28th Oct 2025 - 1st May 2026.
Outward Transport:
9.50am or 1:25pm Bus from Te Anau to Te Anau Downs connecting to fast ferry from Te Anau Downs to Glade Wharf
Return Transport:
2:00pm Ferry from Sandfly Point to Milford Sound (15 mins)
Milford Cruise:
2.45pm Milford Sound Cruise operated by Cruise Milford (1hr 45 mins)
Return Transport:
5:00pm Bus from Milford Sound to Te Anau (2 hrs).
From: Adult $342 | Child $228
Upon booking, you can adjust dates based on how many nights you spend on the track, or if you make a stopover in Milford Sound.
Runs daily 28th Oct 2025 - 1st May 2026.
Outward Transport:
10:30am or 2:00pm fast ferry from Te Anau Downs to Glade House (1 hour)
Return Transport:
2:00 - 4:30pm ferry from Sandfly Point to Milford (15 mins)
From: Adult $149 | Child $89
Travel in style on the fast, comfortable catamaran. Enjoy smoother sailing, onboard toilets, spacious viewing decks, and complimentary tea & coffee. Start your Milford Track adventure relaxed and ready!
Runs daily 28th Oct 2025 - 1st May 2026.
Summer Timetable (28TH OCTOBER 2025 TO 1ST MAY 2026) | ||||
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Queenstown | Te Anau Downs | 6:55am | 10:15am | BOOK NOW | |
Te Anau | Te Anau Downs | 9:50am | 1:25pm | BOOK NOW | |
Milford Sound | Divide | 9:25am | 2:30pm | 5:00pm | BOOK NOW | |
Milford Sound | Te Anau Downs | 9:25am | 2:30pm | 5:00pm | BOOK NOW | |
Milford Sound | Te Anau | 9:25am | 2:30pm | 5:00pm | BOOK NOW | |
Milford Sound | Queenstown | 9:25am | 2:30pm | BOOK NOW | |
Divide | Milford Sound | 11:00am | 2:45pm | BOOK NOW | |
Milford Sound | Divide | 9:25am | 2:30pm | 5:00pm | BOOK NOW | |
Te Anau Downs | Glade House | 10:30am | 2:00pm | Can be booked as part of a package | |
Sandfly Point | Milford | 2:00pm - 4:30pm | Can be booked as part of a package |
To get to the Milford Track trailhead: There is a ferry from Te Anau Downs to Glade Wharf. These ferries depart at 10:30am and 2:00pm and are operated by Real NZ. The large, comfortable vessels are covered, all-weather with toilets onboard. They also offer local commentary, tea, and coffee; the trip takes one hour.
Upon completing the Milford Track: Another ferry from Sandfly Point takes you to Milford Sound. These ferries depart Sandfly Point continually from 2:00pm-4:30pm and travel the short distance in about 10 minutes.