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How to Travel from

Palmerston North to Nelson

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Transport providers

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 Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.24–$318.54

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$305.80
Plane from Paraparaumu to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.19–$216.60

Train operators

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 Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Nelson is to train and fly which costs $70.65 - $304.35 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Nelson is to train and fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $97.83 - $250 .

How far is it from Palmerston North to Nelson?

The distance between Palmerston North and Nelson is 347 km.

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

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Nelson without a car is to train and car ferry and bus which takes 9h 55m and costs $65.22 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Palmerston North to Nelson, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

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