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Abel Tasman national park to Lake Tekapo

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9 h 14 min
735 km.
from $40
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Six ways to Travel from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo

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Cheapest
By car (735 km)
9 h 14 min
735 km.
from $40
Other
Rideshare
9 h 14 min
735 km.
from $9.59
Train, Bus
13 h 47 min
408 km.
from $395.35
Bus
17 h 16 min
408 km.
from $186.65
Bus, Train (Drive)
15 h 29 min
408 km.
from $170.39
Bus, Train (Water taxi)
26 h 35 min
408 km.
from $188.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Atawhai to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Christchurch to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Nelson to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Blenheim to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.03

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Lake
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$105.61–$131.35

The Heaphy Bus Company

Phone:
0800 128 735
Website:
theheaphybus.co.nz/
Bus from Wainui Bay to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$53.51

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Tōtaranui to Saint
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$82.51–$412.53
Bus from Saint Arnaud to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$59.41–$297.03
Bus from Saint Arnaud to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$132.01–$660.05

The Better Bus

Phone:
+64 27 577 6975
Email:
Website:
betterbus.co.nz/
Bus from Abel Tasman Centre to Millers
Ave. Duration:
9h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.21

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37
Train from Blenheim to Rangiora
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$296.37

Other operators

Marahau Water Taxis

Phone:
+6435278176
Email:
Website:
marahauwatertaxis.co.nz/
Other from Totaranui to Marahau
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.59

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo?

The cheapest way to get from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo is to bus which costs $97.83 - $173.91 and takes 17h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo?

The fastest way to get from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo is to drive which takes 9h 15m and costs $119.57 - $184.78 .

How far is it from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo?

The distance between Abel Tasman National Park and Lake Tekapo is 811 km. The road distance is 739.6 km.

How do I travel from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo without a car?

The best way to get from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo without a car is to shuttle which takes 12h 42m and costs $260.87 - $1086.96 .

How long does it take to get from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo?

It takes approximately 13h 47m to get from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo, including transfers.

Can I drive from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo?

Yes, the driving distance between Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo is 740 km. It takes approximately 9h 15m to drive from Abel Tasman National Park to Lake Tekapo.

Where can I stay near Lake Tekapo?

There are 321+ hotels available in Lake Tekapo. Prices start at $68.68 per night.
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