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How to Travel from

Auckland to Punakaiki

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Auckland
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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.77–$242.09

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Hokitika
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$394.99
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.43–$267.57
Plane from Auckland to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$267.57

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Truman
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.21–$40.77
Bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.60–$76.45
Bus from Picton to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Nelson to Punakaiki
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.21–$40.77

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Blenheim to Westport
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$76.33–$381.66

East West Coaches

Phone:
+64 27 201 8825
Website:
eastwestcoaches.co.nz/
Bus from Kumara Junction to Punakaiki
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.40–$42.05
Bus from Christchurch International Airport to Punakaiki
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.06–$70.08
Bus from Westport to Punakaiki
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.40–$42.05

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Auckland Strand to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.16–$178.38

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Wellington to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Punakaiki?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Punakaiki is to fly and shuttle which costs $92.39 - $271.74 and takes 8h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Punakaiki?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Punakaiki is to fly and shuttle which takes 7h 14m and costs $173.91 - $347.83 .

How far is it from Auckland to Punakaiki?

The distance between Auckland and Punakaiki is 828 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Punakaiki without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Punakaiki without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 24h 40m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Punakaiki?

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Auckland to Punakaiki, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Punakaiki?

There are 28+ hotels available in Punakaiki. Prices start at $81.39 per night.
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