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How to Travel from

Palmerston North to Kaikōura

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Palmerston to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.16–$254.83
Plane from Wellington to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$178.38

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$178.38
Plane from Paraparaumu to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.08–$191.12

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.08–$296.37
Train from Blenheim to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$296.37

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:
$50.97–$62.43
Train from Palmerston North to Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.05–$50.97

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:
$19.11–$25.48
Train from Palmerston North to Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$16.56

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:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Kaikōura?

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Kaikōura is to bus and car ferry which costs $65.22 - $217.39 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Kaikōura is to fly and bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Palmerston North to Kaikōura?

The distance between Palmerston North and Kaikōura is 636 km.

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

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Kaikōura without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 10h 4m and costs $65.22 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Palmerston North to Kaikōura, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Palmerston North and Kaikōura?

It is currently 14:14 at both, Palmerston North and Kaikōura.

Where can I stay near Kaikōura?

There are 152+ hotels available in Kaikōura. Prices start at $53.49 per night.
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