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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Oamaru to Nelson

Composite routes from Oamaru to Nelson

Cheapest
8 h
Car
654 km.
from $35
Other
5 h 32 min
Bus, Plane
465 km.
from $216.63
13 h
465 km.
from $107.15
12 h 49 min
Bus, Train
464 km.
from $158.49
7 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
465 km.
from $180.36
6 h 56 min
Bus, Plane
465 km.
from $126.20

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
InterCity
Website
Nelson Lakes Shuttles
Website
InterCity
Website
1h 14m
Once daily
$14.02–$33.13
+64 9 583 5780
+64 9 583 5780
Call
Nelson Lakes Shuttles
Website
5h 30m
On demand
$132.01–$660.05
+64 (3) 540 2042
+64 (3) 540 2042
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Air New Zealand
Website
Air New Zealand
Website
3h 32m
Every day
$70.08–$293.05
Train operators
Found: 1
KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific
Website
KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific
Website
5h 10m
Once daily
$108.30–$296.37
+64 4495 0775
+64 4495 0775
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Oamaru to Nelson is to bus which costs $54.35 - $103.26 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Oamaru to Nelson is to bus and fly which takes 5h 32m and costs $97.83 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Oamaru and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Oamaru to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Oamaru and arriving at Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Oamaru to Nelson?

The distance between Oamaru and Nelson is 477 km. The road distance is 657.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Oamaru to Nelson without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 49m and costs $130.43 - $336.96 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Oamaru to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oamaru to Nelson bus from?

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

Where does the Oamaru to Nelson bus arrive?

Oamaru to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Oamaru to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Oamaru to Nelson is 657 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Oamaru to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 334+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $50.11 per night.
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