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Nelson to Balclutha

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Car
10 h 24 min
847 km.
from $46
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Six ways to Travel from Nelson to Balclutha

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Cheapest
By car (847 km)
10 h 24 min
847 km.
from $46
Other
Rideshare
10 h 24 min
847 km.
from $11.05
Bus, Plane (Fly to Dunedin)
4 h 48 min
620 km.
from $163.11
Bus
17 h 30 min
620 km.
from $141.48
Bus, Plane (Fly to Invercargill)
6 h 58 min
620 km.
from $213.11
Bus, Train
17 h 28 min
620 km.
from $189.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Dunedin Airport to Balclutha
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58
Bus from Christchurch to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$48.42
Bus from Invercargill to Balclutha
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from Nelson to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Church Corner to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$47.14
Bus from Blenheim to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60
Bus from Dunedin to Balclutha
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

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

Catch-A-Bus South

Phone:
+64 27 4497 994
Website:
catchabussouth.com/
Bus from Dunedin to Balclutha
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$29.31

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.41–$318.54
Plane from Nelson Airport to Invercargill
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Blenheim to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$296.37

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Balclutha is to bus which costs $70.65 - $141.30 and takes 17h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Balclutha is to fly and bus which takes 4h 48m and costs $130.43 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Balclutha?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Balclutha. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Balclutha via Blenheim, Christchurch and Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 30m.

How far is it from Nelson to Balclutha?

The distance between Nelson and Balclutha is 635 km. The road distance is 848.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Balclutha without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 15h 11m and costs $152.17 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Nelson to Balclutha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Balclutha bus from?

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

Where does the Nelson to Balclutha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Balclutha?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Balclutha is 849 km. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Nelson to Balclutha.

Where can I stay near Balclutha?

There are 30+ hotels available in Balclutha. Prices start at $56.30 per night.
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