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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Queenstown to Oamaru

Composite routes from Queenstown to Oamaru

Cheapest
3 h 25 min
Car
287 km.
from $15

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Queenstown to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$43.32
Bus from Dunedin to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Queenstown to Waihola
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$22.93–$40.77

Train operators

Dunedin Railways

Phone:
+64 3 477 4449
Email:
Website:
dunedinrailways.co.nz/
Train from Dunedin to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$49.69–$61.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Queenstown to Oamaru?

The cheapest way to get from Queenstown to Oamaru is to bus which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Queenstown to Oamaru?

The fastest way to get from Queenstown to Oamaru is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Queenstown and Oamaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Queenstown to Oamaru. However, there are services departing from Queenstown and arriving at Oamaru via Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Queenstown to Oamaru?

The distance between Queenstown and Oamaru is 403 km. The road distance is 287.3 km.

How do I travel from Queenstown to Oamaru without a car?

The best way to get from Queenstown to Oamaru without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs $34.78 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Queenstown to Oamaru?

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Queenstown to Oamaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Queenstown to Oamaru bus from?

Queenstown to Oamaru bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Queenstown station.

Where does the Queenstown to Oamaru bus arrive?

Queenstown to Oamaru bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Dunedin station.

Can I drive from Queenstown to Oamaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Queenstown to Oamaru is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Queenstown to Oamaru.

Where can I stay near Oamaru?

There are 72+ hotels available in Oamaru. Prices start at $66.86 per night.
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