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Queenstown to Tākaka

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10 h 29 min
880 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Queenstown to Tākaka

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Cheapest
By car (880 km)
10 h 29 min
880 km.
from $48
Other
Rideshare
10 h 29 min
880 km.
from $11.48
Bus, Plane (Fly Queenstown Airport to Woodbourne Airport)
10 h 19 min
572 km.
from $238.49
Bus via Franz Josef
26 h 34 min
572 km.
from $142.93
Bus, Train
17 h 59 min
572 km.
from $229.40
Bus, Plane (Bus to Wanaka)
11 h 37 min
572 km.
from $438.40
Bus, Plane (Fly Queenstown Airport to Christchurch International Airport)
12 h 35 min
572 km.
from $706.42
Bus
24 h 20 min
570 km.
from $187.01

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Woodbourne to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Queenstown to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.40–$54.79
Bus from Blenheim to Atawhai
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$57.34
Bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$43.32
Bus from Blenheim to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Greymouth to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
5h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$43.32

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Queenstown to Luggate
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$12.10
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.50–$56.06
Bus from Queenstown to Franz
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$47.14
Bus from Franz Josef to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$20.39

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$190.83–$238.53

The Heaphy Bus Company

Phone:
0800 128 735
Website:
theheaphybus.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Brown
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$50.97
Bus from Brown Hut to Takaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66
Bus from Richmond to Brown
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.21–$50.97

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$127.22–$636.09

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.90–$318.54
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wanaka to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$318.54–$547.88

Golden Bay Air

Phone:
+64 3 525 8725
Email:
Website:
goldenbayair.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Tākaka
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.43

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$285.61

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Queenstown to Tākaka is to bus via Franz Josef which costs $92.39 - $163.04 and takes 26h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Queenstown to Tākaka is to fly and bus and shuttle which takes 10h 19m and costs $195.65 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Queenstown and Tākaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Queenstown to Tākaka. However, there are services departing from Queenstown and arriving at Takaka via Christchurch, Blenheim, Nelson and Brown Hut. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 20m.

How far is it from Queenstown to Tākaka?

The distance between Queenstown and Tākaka is 812 km. The road distance is 883.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Queenstown to Tākaka without a car is to shuttle which takes 23h 10m and costs $315.22 - $815.22 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 19m to get from Queenstown to Tākaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Queenstown to Tākaka bus from?

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

Where does the Queenstown to Tākaka bus arrive?

Queenstown to Tākaka bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Queenstown to Tākaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Queenstown to Tākaka is 883 km. It takes approximately 10h 43m to drive from Queenstown to Tākaka.

Where can I stay near Tākaka?

There are 140+ hotels available in Tākaka. Prices start at $13.57 per night.
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