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How to Travel from

Lake Tekapo to Napier

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Tekapo to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$36.95
Bus from Palmerston North to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$35.68
Bus from Tekapo to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$38.22
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$44.60
Bus from Wellington - Central to Napier
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.76–$43.32

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Tekapo to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$26.76

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Lake Tekapo to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$101.78–$126.59

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$420.47
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$305.80

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$285.61
Train from Rangiora to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$285.61

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:
$49.69–$59.88

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:
$17.84–$24.21

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:
$42.05–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Tekapo to Napier?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tekapo to Napier is to bus and fly which costs $86.96 - $326.09 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Tekapo to Napier?

The fastest way to get from Lake Tekapo to Napier is to drive and fly which takes 7h 54m and costs $103.26 - $413.04 .

How far is it from Lake Tekapo to Napier?

The distance between Lake Tekapo and Napier is 816 km.

How do I travel from Lake Tekapo to Napier without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Tekapo to Napier without a car is to bus and train and car ferry via Palmerston North which takes 21h 20m and costs $217.39 - $597.83 .

How long does it take to get from Lake Tekapo to Napier?

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Lake Tekapo to Napier, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Napier?

There are 315+ hotels available in Napier. Prices start at $91.15 per night.
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