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Picton to Timaru

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Five ways to Travel from Picton to Timaru

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Cheapest
By car (494 km)
6 h 10 min
494 km.
from $27
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Rideshare
6 h 10 min
494 km.
from $18.79
Bus
9 h 30 min
410 km.
from $75.20
Train, Bus
9 h 17 min
410 km.
from $269.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Church Corner to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Christchurch to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$36.95

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54
Plane from Wellington to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31

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

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
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 Picton to Timaru?

The cheapest way to get from Picton to Timaru is to bus which costs $39.13 - $70.65 and takes 9h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Picton to Timaru?

The fastest way to get from Picton to Timaru is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Picton and Timaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Picton to Timaru. However, there are services departing from Picton and arriving at Timaru via Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Picton to Timaru?

The distance between Picton and Timaru is 426 km. The road distance is 496 km.

How do I travel from Picton to Timaru without a car?

The best way to get from Picton to Timaru without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 17m and costs $119.57 - $304.35 .

How long does it take to get from Picton to Timaru?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Picton to Timaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Picton to Timaru bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Picton to Timaru?

The best way to get from Picton to Timaru is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $97.83 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $70.65 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Picton to Timaru bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Picton to Timaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Picton to Timaru is 496 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Picton to Timaru.

Where can I stay near Timaru?

There are 52+ hotels available in Timaru. Prices start at $41.66 per night.
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