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9 h 36 min
807 km.
from $44
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Five ways to Travel from Nelson to Queenstown

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Cheapest
By car (807 km)
9 h 36 min
807 km.
from $44
Other
Rideshare
9 h 36 min
807 km.
from $10.53
Bus via Franz Josef
20 h 4 min
560 km.
from $88
Bus, Train
16 h 58 min
560 km.
from $209.91
Bus
17 h 10 min
561 km.
from $126.82

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:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Rolleston to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$57.34
Bus from Blenheim to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$59.88
Bus from Nelson to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$58.61
Bus from Greymouth to Franz
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66
Bus from Franz Josef to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.13–$48.42

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:
$195.38–$244.22

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 Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.93–$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 Queenstown?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Queenstown is to bus via Franz Josef which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 20h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Queenstown is to fly which takes 3h 35m and costs $103.26 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Queenstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Queenstown. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Queenstown via Blenheim and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 10m.

How far is it from Nelson to Queenstown?

The distance between Nelson and Queenstown is 567 km. The road distance is 809.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Queenstown without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 58m and costs $173.91 - $391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Nelson to Queenstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Queenstown bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Nelson to Queenstown?

The best way to get from Nelson to Queenstown is to fly which takes 3h 35m and costs $103.26 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $119.57 and takes 17h 10m.

Where does the Nelson to Queenstown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Queenstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Queenstown is 809 km. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Nelson to Queenstown.

Where can I stay near Queenstown?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Queenstown. Prices start at $64.61 per night.
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