TranzAlpine train fares spark calls for local deals

TranzAlpine train fares are drawing criticism, with a family of four facing nearly $2000 for a return trip, prompting calls for more affordable options for New Zealanders. The scenic journey, which travels over 220 kilometers each way and takes under five hours, is considered prohibitively expensive for many locals, despite its international acclaim. KiwiRail's TranzAlpine, a popular tourist attraction, carried 190,000 passengers last financial year, generating $34.5 million in revenue.