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How to Travel from

Kaikōura to Gisborne

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Kaikoura to Picton
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Wellington - Central to Napier
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.03–$44.60
Bus from Napier to Sycamore
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Palmerston North to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Kaikoura to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Gisborne
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Gisborne
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$305.80
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Gisborne
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.08–$293.05
Plane from Wellington to Gisborne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Kaikoura to Picton
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.08–$296.37
Train from Kaikoura to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.97–$62.43

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$25.48

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Picton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kaikōura to Gisborne?

The cheapest way to get from Kaikōura to Gisborne is to bus and fly which costs $81.52 - $293.48 and takes 8h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kaikōura to Gisborne?

The fastest way to get from Kaikōura to Gisborne is to drive and fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $97.83 - $315.22 .

How far is it from Kaikōura to Gisborne?

The distance between Kaikōura and Gisborne is 753 km.

How do I travel from Kaikōura to Gisborne without a car?

The best way to get from Kaikōura to Gisborne without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 18h 35m and costs $92.39 - $260.87 .

How long does it take to get from Kaikōura to Gisborne?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Kaikōura to Gisborne, including transfers.

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Where can I stay near Gisborne?

There are 60+ hotels available in Gisborne. Prices start at $73.76 per night.
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