How to Travel from
Karamea to Punakaiki
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Karamea, New Zealand → Punakaiki, New Zealand
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karamea to Punakaiki
Composite routes from Karamea to Punakaiki
Cheapest
2 h 13 min
Car
153 km.
from $8
Other
6 h 15 min
114 km.
from $93.33
Route Navigator Karamea - Punakaiki
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Continue onto Waverley Street and drive toward Westport
Waverley Street, Westport, 97 km 779 м
97 km 779 м
Turn left onto Palmerston Street and take SH 67 toward Greymouth, Murchison
Palmerston Street, Greymouth, Murchison, SH 67, 2 km 646 м
2 km 646 м
Keep left onto Buller Road and take SH 67 toward Greymouth, Murchison
Buller Road, Greymouth, Murchison, SH 67, 5 km 605 м
5 km 605 м
Turn right onto State Highway 6 and take SH 6 toward Punakaiki, Greymouth
State Highway 6, Punakaiki, Greymouth, SH 6, 50 km 268 м
50 km 268 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Other from Lyell, Upper Buller Gorge Road SH6 to Punakaiki
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
The Heaphy Bus Company
Phone:
0800 128 735
Website:
theheaphybus.co.nz/
Other from Karamea to Westport
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$89.19
Other from Karamea to Lyell
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$31.85–$89.19
East West Coaches
Phone:
+64 27 201 8825
Website:
eastwestcoaches.co.nz/
Other from Westport to Punakaiki
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$43.32
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Karamea to Punakaiki?
The cheapest way to get from Karamea to Punakaiki is to drive which costs $25 - $38.04 and takes 2h 11m.
What is the fastest way to get from Karamea to Punakaiki?
The fastest way to get from Karamea to Punakaiki is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $25 - $38.04 .
Is there a direct bus between Karamea and Punakaiki?
No, there is no direct bus from Karamea to Punakaiki. However, there are services departing from Karamea and arriving at Punakaiki via Lyell, Upper Buller Gorge Road SH6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
How far is it from Karamea to Punakaiki?
The distance between Karamea and Punakaiki is 161 km. The road distance is 152.1 km.
How do I travel from Karamea to Punakaiki without a car?
The best way to get from Karamea to Punakaiki without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 3h 35m and costs $48.91 - $119.57 .
How long does it take to get from Karamea to Punakaiki?
It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Karamea to Punakaiki, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Karamea to Punakaiki bus from?
Karamea to Punakaiki bus services, operated by The Heaphy Bus Company, depart from Karamea station.
Where does the Karamea to Punakaiki bus arrive?
Karamea to Punakaiki bus services, operated by The Heaphy Bus Company, arrive at Lyell station.
Can I drive from Karamea to Punakaiki?
Yes, the driving distance between Karamea to Punakaiki is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Karamea to Punakaiki.
Where can I stay near Punakaiki?
There are 28+ hotels available in Punakaiki. Prices start at $84.46 per night.
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