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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lake Hawea to Nelson

Composite routes from Lake Hawea to Nelson

Cheapest
8 h 32 min
Car
722 km.
from $39
Other
5 h 40 min
Bus, Plane
490 km.
from $421.53
17 h 43 min
489 km.
from $112.76
15 h 35 min
Bus, Train
490 km.
from $233.41
6 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
490 km.
from $184.40
8 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
490 km.
from $197.45

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Woodbourne to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Omarama to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Tekapo to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$36.95
Bus from Blenheim to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Greymouth to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$43.32

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Lake Hawea Dam to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.56–$15.29
Bus from Lake Hawea Dam to Franz
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$31.85
Bus from Franz Josef to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$20.39

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Lake Hāwea to Franz
Ave. Duration:
8h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$184.47

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$305.80
Plane from Wanaka to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$318.54–$547.88
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.90–$318.54

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wanaka to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$318.54–$547.88

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$285.61

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson is to bus which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 17h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h and costs $130.43 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Lake Hawea to Nelson?

The distance between Lake Hawea and Nelson is 645 km. The road distance is 730 km.

How do I travel from Lake Hawea to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 17h 43m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Lake Hawea to Nelson?

The best way to get from Lake Hawea to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h and costs $130.43 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 17h 43m.

Can I drive from Lake Hawea to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Hawea to Nelson is 730 km. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Lake Hawea to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 338+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $48.29 per night.
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