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Lincoln to Nelson

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5 h 18 min
432 km.
from $23
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Seven ways to Travel from Lincoln to Nelson

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Cheapest
By car (432 km)
5 h 18 min
432 km.
from $23
Fastest
Plane to Nelson (Nelson Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 18 min
432 km.
from $16.43
Bus, Plane (Line 80 bus)
3 h 24 min
270 km.
from $97.40
Bus
9 h 37 min
270 km.
from $71.24
Train, Bus
8 h 12 min
270 km.
from $311.28
Bus, Plane (Fly to Woodbourne Airport)
5 h 50 min
270 km.
from $126.75

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Blenheim to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60
Bus from Woodbourne to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

Metro Christchurch

Phone:
+64 3 366 8855
Email:
Website:
metroinfo.co.nz/Pages/default.aspx
Bus from Gerald St near Kildare Tce to Westfield
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.53

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$132.01–$660.05

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$191.12
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$369.50

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:
$108.30–$296.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Nelson is to bus which costs $35.87 - $70.65 and takes 9h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lincoln to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Nelson is to line 80 bus and fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Gerald St near Kildare Tce and arriving at Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Nelson?

The distance between Lincoln and Nelson is 285 km. The road distance is 432 km.

How do I travel from Lincoln to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $141.30 - $336.96 .

How long does it take to get from Lincoln to Nelson?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Lincoln to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Nelson bus from?

Lincoln to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Christchurch station.

Train, bus or fly from Lincoln to Nelson?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Nelson is to bus which takes 9h 37m and costs $35.87 - $70.65 . There are no good options to train or fly between Lincoln to Nelson.

Where does the Lincoln to Nelson bus arrive?

Lincoln to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Blenheim station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Nelson is 432 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Lincoln to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 334+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $50.11 per night.
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