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How to Travel from

Kaikōura to Napier

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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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 Kaikoura to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Palmerston North to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$305.80
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$305.80
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57
Plane from Wellington to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$229.35

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 Napier?

The cheapest way to get from Kaikōura to Napier is to bus and car ferry which costs $76.09 - $228.26 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaikōura to Napier is to drive and fly which takes 6h 51m and costs $103.26 - $326.09 .

How far is it from Kaikōura to Napier?

The distance between Kaikōura and Napier is 626 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaikōura to Napier without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 13h 45m and costs $76.09 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Kaikōura to Napier, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Napier?

There are 313+ hotels available in Napier. Prices start at $94.59 per night.
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