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480 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Akaroa to Wānaka

Composite routes from Akaroa to Wānaka

Cheapest
5 h 38 min
Car
480 km.
from $26
Other
4 h 33 min
Bus, Plane
320 km.
from $277.70
9 h 10 min
Bus
320 km.
from $81.39
6 h 40 min
Bus, Plane
320 km.
from $150.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
6h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$50.97

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Franz Josef to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$34.40

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Email:
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.47–$14.02

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Franz
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$191.42

Akaroa French Connection

Phone:
0800 800 575
Email:
Website:
akaroabus.co.nz
Bus from Akaroa to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.01

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$254.83

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.60–$280.31

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Akaroa to Wānaka is to drive and bus which costs $44.57 - $76.09 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Akaroa to Wānaka is to bus and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $239.13 - $304.35 .

How far is it from Akaroa to Wānaka?

The distance between Akaroa and Wānaka is 401 km. The road distance is 480.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Akaroa to Wānaka without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 22h 16m and costs $206.52 - $222.83 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Akaroa to Wānaka, including transfers.

Can I drive from Akaroa to Wānaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Akaroa to Wānaka is 480 km. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Akaroa to Wānaka.

Where can I stay near Wānaka?

There are 595+ hotels available in Wānaka. Prices start at $70.38 per night.
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