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491 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Akaroa to Nelson

Composite routes from Akaroa to Nelson

Cheapest
6 h 10 min
Car
491 km.
from $27
Other
4 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
281 km.
from $124.43
10 h 40 min
282 km.
from $111.78
8 h 55 min
Taxi, Train, Bus
282 km.
from $495.75
6 h 55 min
Bus, Plane
281 km.
from $153.78
11 h 52 min
Bus, Train
281 km.
from $146.96

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
InterCity
Website
Nelson Lakes Shuttles
Website
Akaroa French Connection
Website
InterCity
Website
1h 45m
Once daily
$15.29–$34.40
+64 9 583 5780
+64 9 583 5780
Call
Nelson Lakes Shuttles
Website
5h 30m
On demand
$132.01–$660.05
+64 (3) 540 2042
+64 (3) 540 2042
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Akaroa French Connection
Website
1h 45m
Once daily
$33.01
0800 800 575
0800 800 575
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 2
Air New Zealand
Website
Sounds Air
Website
Air New Zealand
Website
55 min
Every day
$49.69–$191.12
Sounds Air
Website
50 min
Every day
$101.93–$369.50
Train operators
Found: 1
KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific
Website
KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific
Website
5h 10m
Once daily
$108.30–$296.37
+64 4495 0775
+64 4495 0775
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Akaroa to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Akaroa to Nelson is to bus which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 10h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akaroa to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Akaroa to Nelson is to bus and fly which takes 4h 29m and costs $86.96 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Akaroa and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Akaroa to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Akaroa and arriving at Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Akaroa to Nelson?

The distance between Akaroa and Nelson is 352 km. The road distance is 498.7 km.

How do I travel from Akaroa to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Akaroa to Nelson without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $250 - $478.26 .

How long does it take to get from Akaroa to Nelson?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Akaroa to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akaroa to Nelson bus from?

Akaroa to Nelson bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, depart from Akaroa station.

Where does the Akaroa to Nelson bus arrive?

Akaroa to Nelson bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Akaroa to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Akaroa to Nelson is 499 km. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Akaroa to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 334+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $50.11 per night.
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