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Hokitika, New Zealand → Oamaru, New Zealand

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hokitika to Oamaru

Composite routes from Hokitika to Oamaru

Cheapest
5 h 19 min
Car
412 km.
from $22
Other
11 h 20 min
Train, Bus
264 km.
from $249.80
6 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
263 km.
from $130.65
17 h 46 min
264 km.
from $117.48
7 h 23 min
Bus, Plane
263 km.
from $198.29

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Church Corner to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Cromwell to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$38.22
Bus from Dunedin to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Rolleston to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$38.22
Bus from Christchurch to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$39.50

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Hokitika i-SITE to Franz
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$16.56
Bus from Franz Josef to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$39.50

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Hokitika to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
7h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$184.47

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Hokitika to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$331.28
Plane from Hokitika to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.32–$178.38

Train operators

KiwiRail - TranzAlpine

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
kiwirail.co.nz/
Train from Greymouth to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$152.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hokitika to Oamaru?

The cheapest way to get from Hokitika to Oamaru is to drive which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hokitika to Oamaru?

The fastest way to get from Hokitika to Oamaru is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Hokitika and Oamaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Hokitika to Oamaru. However, there are services departing from Hokitika i-SITE and arriving at Oamaru via Franz Josef, Cromwell and Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 46m.

How far is it from Hokitika to Oamaru?

The distance between Hokitika and Oamaru is 516 km. The road distance is 436.8 km.

How do I travel from Hokitika to Oamaru without a car?

The best way to get from Hokitika to Oamaru without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $152.17 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Hokitika to Oamaru?

It takes approximately 11h 20m to get from Hokitika to Oamaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hokitika to Oamaru bus from?

Hokitika to Oamaru bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Hokitika i-SITE station.

Where does the Hokitika to Oamaru bus arrive?

Hokitika to Oamaru bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Franz Josef station.

Can I drive from Hokitika to Oamaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Hokitika to Oamaru is 437 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Hokitika to Oamaru.

Where can I stay near Oamaru?

There are 74+ hotels available in Oamaru. Prices start at $64.43 per night.
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