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How to Travel from

Lake Tekapo to Rotorua

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Tekapo to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Wellington - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$58.61
Bus from Tekapo to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

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:
$19.11–$28.03

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$458.69
Plane from Timaru to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$458.69
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$369.50
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$356.76

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:
$114.67–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90

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 Lake Tekapo to Rotorua?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tekapo to Rotorua is to bus and car ferry which costs $103.26 - $282.61 and takes 24h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Tekapo to Rotorua is to drive and fly and taxi which takes 5h 45m and costs $228.26 - $597.83 .

How far is it from Lake Tekapo to Rotorua?

The distance between Lake Tekapo and Rotorua is 1013 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Tekapo to Rotorua without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 24h 35m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Lake Tekapo to Rotorua, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lake Tekapo and Rotorua?

It is currently 22:38 at both, Lake Tekapo and Rotorua.

Where can I stay near Rotorua?

There are 486+ hotels available in Rotorua. Prices start at $67 per night.
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