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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nelson to Dunedin

Composite routes from Nelson to Dunedin

Cheapest
9 h 24 min
Car
767 km.
from $42
Other
15 h 5 min
558 km.
from $115.40
14 h 51 min
Bus, Train
557 km.
from $168.61

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$48.42
Bus from Nelson to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Church Corner to Otago
Ave. Duration:
5h 41m
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

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

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

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 Dunedin?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Dunedin is to bus which costs $59.78 - $108.70 and takes 15h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Dunedin is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $130.43 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Dunedin?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Dunedin. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Dunedin via Blenheim and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 5m.

Is there a direct flight between Nelson and Dunedin?

There are no direct flights between Nelson and Dunedin. The fastest has 1 change and takes 3h and costs $108.70 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Nelson to Dunedin?

The distance between Nelson and Dunedin is 610 km. The road distance is 768.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Dunedin without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $130.43 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Nelson to Dunedin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Dunedin bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Nelson to Dunedin?

The best way to get from Nelson to Dunedin is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $130.43 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $108.70 and takes 15h 5m.

Where does the Nelson to Dunedin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Dunedin?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Dunedin is 769 km. It takes approximately 9h 21m to drive from Nelson to Dunedin.

Where can I stay near Dunedin?

There are 236+ hotels available in Dunedin. Prices start at $48.30 per night.
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