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Nelson to Milford Sound

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12 h 46 min
1082 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Nelson to Milford Sound

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Cheapest
By car (1 082 km)
12 h 46 min
1082 km.
from $59
Other
Rideshare
12 h 46 min
1082 km.
from $14.11
Plane
4 h 24 min
576 km.
from $680.26
Bus
26 h 28 min
576 km.
from $142.57
Bus, Plane
7 h 53 min
575 km.
from $583.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$43.32
Bus from Nelson to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

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:
$14.02–$20.39
Bus from Franz Josef to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
8h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$45.87
Bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Milford
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$33.13
Bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Milford
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$34.40

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:
$188.28–$235.36

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:
$127.22–$636.09

Track Transport

Phone:
+64 (0) 3 442 9708
Email:
Website:
infotrack.co.nz/
Bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Milford
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$69.34

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.56–$305.80
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.90–$318.54

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson to Milford Sound?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Milford Sound is to bus which costs $81.52 - $130.43 and takes 26h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson to Milford Sound?

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Milford Sound is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $336.96 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Milford Sound?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Milford Sound. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Milford Sound via Greymouth, Franz Josef and Frankton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 28m.

How far is it from Nelson to Milford Sound?

The distance between Nelson and Milford Sound is 635 km. The road distance is 1084.1 km.

How do I travel from Nelson to Milford Sound without a car?

The best way to get from Nelson to Milford Sound without a car is to bus which takes 26h 28m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Nelson to Milford Sound?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Nelson to Milford Sound, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Milford Sound bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Nelson to Milford Sound?

The best way to get from Nelson to Milford Sound is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $336.96 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $81.52 - $130.43 and takes 26h 28m.

Where does the Nelson to Milford Sound bus arrive?

Nelson to Milford Sound bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Greymouth station.

Can I drive from Nelson to Milford Sound?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Milford Sound is 1084 km. It takes approximately 13h to drive from Nelson to Milford Sound.

Where can I stay near Milford Sound?

There are two+ hotels available in Milford Sound. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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