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Queenstown to Wellington Central

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15 h 53 min
915 km.
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By car (915 km)
15 h 53 min
915 km.
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Rideshare
15 h 53 min
915 km.
from $11.93
Bus, Train
19 h 2 min
646 km.
from $312.52

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.51–$637.07

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$471.43

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

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
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
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$198.02–$247.52

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

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
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 Wellington Central?

The cheapest way to get from Queenstown to Wellington Central is to fly which costs $59.78 - $260.87 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Queenstown to Wellington Central?

The fastest way to get from Queenstown to Wellington Central is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $59.78 - $260.87 .

How far is it from Queenstown to Wellington Central?

The distance between Queenstown and Wellington Central is 656 km.

How do I travel from Queenstown to Wellington Central without a car?

The best way to get from Queenstown to Wellington Central without a car is to bus and train and car ferry which takes 19h 2m and costs $206.52 - $521.74 .

How long does it take to get from Queenstown to Wellington Central?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Queenstown to Wellington Central, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Wellington Central?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington Central. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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