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Nelson to Invercargill

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11 h 36 min
980 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Nelson to Invercargill

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Cheapest
By car (980 km)
11 h 36 min
980 km.
from $53
Other
Rideshare
11 h 36 min
980 km.
from $12.78
Bus, Train
19 h 39 min
692 km.
from $205.57
Bus
19 h 47 min
692 km.
from $176.26
Bus via Franz Josef
24 h 27 min
692 km.
from $130.39

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$29.35
Bus from Church Corner to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$40.22
Bus from Blenheim to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$38.04
Bus from Christchurch to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$41.30
Bus from Nelson to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$39.13

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Greymouth to Franz
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$18.48
Bus from Franz Josef to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$41.30

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$166.67–$208.34

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:
$112.62–$563.08

Catch-A-Bus South

Phone:
+64 27 4497 994
Website:
catchabussouth.com/
Bus from Dunedin to Invercargill
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.87–$50.00
Bus from Queenstown to Invercargill
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$42.39

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Invercargill
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$271.74

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:
$92.39–$252.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Invercargill is to bus via Franz Josef which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 24h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Invercargill is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $86.96 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Invercargill?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Invercargill. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Invercargill via Blenheim, Christchurch and Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 47m.

How far is it from Nelson to Invercargill?

The distance between Nelson and Invercargill is 704 km. The road distance is 981.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Invercargill without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 39m and costs $173.91 - $391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Nelson to Invercargill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Invercargill bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Nelson to Invercargill?

The best way to get from Nelson to Invercargill is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $86.96 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92.39 - $163.04 and takes 19h 47m.

Where does the Nelson to Invercargill bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Invercargill?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Invercargill is 981 km. It takes approximately 11h 50m to drive from Nelson to Invercargill.

Where can I stay near Invercargill?

There are 77+ hotels available in Invercargill. Prices start at $61.93 per night.
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