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How to Travel from

Auckland to South Island

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Car
19 h 22 min
1213 km.
from $66
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Three ways to Travel from Auckland to South Island

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Cheapest
By car (1 213 km)
19 h 22 min
1213 km.
from $66
Other
Rideshare
19 h 22 min
1213 km.
from $15.82
Bus, Plane
5 h 32 min
755 km.
from $125.71

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Hokitika
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$369.50
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.79–$280.31

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from Nelson to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

Methven Travel

Phone:
+64 3 302 8106
Email:
Website:
methventravel.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch Airport to Methven
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.60–$34.99

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37

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:
$152.90–$191.12

KiwiRail - TranzAlpine

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
kiwirail.co.nz/
Train from Christchurch to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$157.75

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Wellington to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to South Island?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to South Island is to fly and shuttle which costs $52.17 - $239.13 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to South Island?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to South Island is to fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $119.57 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct flight between Auckland and South Island?

There are no direct flights between Auckland and South Island. The fastest has 1 change and takes 3h and costs $108.70 - $250 .

How far is it from Auckland to South Island?

The distance between Auckland and South Island is 744 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to South Island without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to South Island without a car is to train and car ferry and bus which takes 25h 30m and costs $195.65 - $380.43 .

How long does it take to get from Auckland to South Island?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Auckland to South Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near South Island?

There are four+ hotels available in South Island. Prices start at $101.35 per night.
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