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How to Travel from

Picton to Lake Wānaka

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
6h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$50.97
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Greymouth to Franz
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66
Bus from Franz Josef to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$34.40

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.47–$14.02

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Westport
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$85.81–$429.03

East West Coaches

Phone:
+64 27 201 8825
Website:
eastwestcoaches.co.nz/
Bus from Westport to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$48.42

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.41–$331.28
Plane from Nelson Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.93–$318.54

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$356.76–$535.14

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka?

The cheapest way to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka is to bus which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 16h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka?

The fastest way to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $336.96 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Picton and Lake Wānaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Picton to Lake Wānaka. However, there are services departing from Picton and arriving at Wanaka lakefront via Bus Interchange, Rolleston and Cromwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 16m.

How far is it from Picton to Lake Wānaka?

The distance between Picton and Lake Wānaka is 563 km. The road distance is 758.1 km.

How do I travel from Picton to Lake Wānaka without a car?

The best way to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 17m and costs $163.04 - $358.70 .

How long does it take to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Picton to Lake Wānaka bus from?

Picton to Lake Wānaka bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Picton station.

Bus or fly from Picton to Lake Wānaka?

The best way to get from Picton to Lake Wānaka is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $336.96 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 16h 16m.

Where does the Picton to Lake Wānaka bus arrive?

Picton to Lake Wānaka bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Picton to Lake Wānaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Picton to Lake Wānaka is 758 km. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Picton to Lake Wānaka.

Where can I stay near Lake Wānaka?

There are 571+ hotels available in Lake Wānaka. Prices start at $70.38 per night.
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