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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nelson to Tākaka

Composite routes from Nelson to Tākaka

Cheapest
1 h 19 min
Car
102 km.
from $5
Other
6 h 15 min
60 km.
from $68.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

The Heaphy Bus Company

Phone:
0800 128 735
Website:
theheaphybus.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Brown
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$53.51
Bus from Brown Hut to Takaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.66

Airlines

Golden Bay Air

Phone:
+64 3 525 8725
Email:
Website:
goldenbayair.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Tākaka
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Tākaka is to drive which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Tākaka is to fly which takes 45 min and costs $76.09 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Tākaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Tākaka. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Takaka via Brown Hut. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Nelson to Tākaka?

The distance between Nelson and Tākaka is 80 km. The road distance is 103.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Tākaka without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $35.87 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Nelson to Tākaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Tākaka bus from?

Nelson to Tākaka bus services, operated by The Heaphy Bus Company, depart from Nelson station.

Bus or fly from Nelson to Tākaka?

The best way to get from Nelson to Tākaka is to fly which takes 45 min and costs $76.09 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $65.22 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Nelson to Tākaka bus arrive?

Nelson to Tākaka bus services, operated by The Heaphy Bus Company, arrive at Brown Hut station.

Can I drive from Nelson to Tākaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Tākaka is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Nelson to Tākaka.

Where can I stay near Tākaka?

There are 137+ hotels available in Tākaka. Prices start at $14.08 per night.
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