The chart illustrates the types of transport used by tourists in New Zealand in 2004, comparing five national groups: British, German, Japanese, Korean, and Australian visitors, air travel and coach were the most commonly used forms of transport across most groups, whereas ferry and car were generally less popular. In addition, air transport showed relatively similar levels among British, German, and Korean tourists.
Starting with air transport, it accounted for just over 40% of journeys among British, German, and Korean visitors. In contrast, the figures were higher for Japanese and Australian tourists, at approximately 52% and 22% respectively. Coach travel was also widely used, making up around 58% of trips for British tourists, 54% for Germans, 48% for Japanese, 35% for Koreans, and 50% for Australians.
By contrast, car usage was significantly lower, accounting for about 27% in the British group and 33% among Germans. It was highest for Korean tourists at 45%, while both Japanese and Australian visitors recorded similar figures of just under 20%. Ferry travel represented the smallest proportion overall, at around 19% for British and German tourists, and approximately 8%, 5%, and 12% for Japanese, Korean, and Australian visitors respectively.