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How to Travel from

Palmerston North to Ashburton

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$30.58
Bus from Church Corner to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58
Bus from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60
Bus from Christchurch to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
Bus from Temuka to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$29.31

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Palmerston to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.34–$242.09
Plane from Wellington to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31

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:
$108.30–$285.61
Train from Picton to Rangiora
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$285.61

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.69–$59.88

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.72

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$24.21

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 Palmerston North to Ashburton?

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Ashburton is to fly and bus which costs $70.65 - $250 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Ashburton?

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Ashburton is to fly and bus which takes 4h 44m and costs $70.65 - $250 .

How far is it from Palmerston North to Ashburton?

The distance between Palmerston North and Ashburton is 527 km.

How do I travel from Palmerston North to Ashburton without a car?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Ashburton without a car is to train and bus which takes 16h 5m and costs $163.04 - $380.43 .

How long does it take to get from Palmerston North to Ashburton?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Palmerston North to Ashburton, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ashburton?

There are 18+ hotels available in Ashburton. Prices start at $46.49 per night.
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