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How to Travel from

Queenstown to Taupo

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Queenstown to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$57.34
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$59.88
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Wellington - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$50.97

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$58.61

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$198.02–$247.52

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$522.40
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.38–$382.24

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to National
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$89.19–$108.30

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Picton to Wellington
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 Queenstown to Taupō?

The cheapest way to get from Queenstown to Taupō is to fly which costs $103.26 - $369.57 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Queenstown to Taupō is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $103.26 - $369.57 .

How far is it from Queenstown to Taupō?

The distance between Queenstown and Taupō is 941 km.

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

The best way to get from Queenstown to Taupō without a car is to bus and train and car ferry and taxi which takes 26h 34m and costs $304.35 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Queenstown to Taupō, including transfers.

Which airlines fly from Queenstown Airport Airport to Taupo Airport?

Jetstar and Air New Zealand offer flights from Queenstown Airport Airport to Taupo Airport.

Where can I stay near Taupō?

There are 479+ hotels available in Taupō. Prices start at $67.11 per night.
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