How to Travel from
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nelson to Lyell
Composite routes from Nelson to Lyell
Cheapest
1 h 55 min
Car
157 km.
from $8
Route Navigator Nelson - Lyell
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Continue onto van Diemen Street
van Diemen Street, 487 м
487 м
Turn left onto Waimea Road
Waimea Road, 2 km 308 м
2 km 308 м
Turn right onto Beatson Road
Beatson Road, 32 м
32 м
Turn right onto Beatson Road
Beatson Road, 1 km 667 м
1 km 667 м
Turn right onto Beatson Road
Beatson Road, 196 м
196 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Whakatu Drive
Whakatu Drive, 1 km 736 м
1 km 736 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Whakatu Drive
Whakatu Drive, 174 м
174 м
Keep left onto Whakatu Drive
Whakatu Drive, 5 km 382 м
5 km 382 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Richmond Deviation
Richmond Deviation, 2 km 904 м
2 km 904 м
Turn slight left onto Gladstone Road
Gladstone Road, 2 km 513 м
2 km 513 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Main Road Hope
Main Road Hope, 121 km 966 м
121 km 966 м
Turn right onto Upper Buller Gorge Road and take SH 6 toward Greymouth, Westport
Upper Buller Gorge Road, Greymouth, Westport, SH 6, 23 km 603 м
23 km 603 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Other from Nelson to Lyell,
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
The Heaphy Bus Company
Phone:
0800 128 735
Website:
theheaphybus.co.nz/
Other from Nelson to Lyell,
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$30.58–$89.19
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson to Lyell?
The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Lyell is to bus which costs $15.22 - $76.09 and takes 2h 34m.
What is the fastest way to get from Nelson to Lyell?
The fastest way to get from Nelson to Lyell is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .
Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Lyell?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nelson and arriving at Lyell, Upper Buller Gorge Road SH6. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.
How far is it from Nelson to Lyell?
The distance between Nelson and Lyell is 160 km. The road distance is 158.5 km.
How do I travel from Nelson to Lyell without a car?
The best way to get from Nelson to Lyell without a car is to bus which takes 2h 34m and costs $15.22 - $76.09 .
How long does it take to get from Nelson to Lyell?
The bus from Nelson to Lyell, Upper Buller Gorge Road SH6 takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs once daily.
Where do I catch the Nelson to Lyell bus from?
Nelson to Lyell bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Nelson station.
Where does the Nelson to Lyell bus arrive?
Nelson to Lyell bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Lyell, Upper Buller Gorge Road SH6 station.
Can I drive from Nelson to Lyell?
Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Lyell is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Nelson to Lyell.
Where can I stay near Lyell?
There are 10+ hotels available in Lyell. Prices start at $14.08 per night.
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