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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rolleston to Nelson

Composite routes from Rolleston to Nelson

Cheapest
5 h 14 min
Car
431 km.
from $23
Fastest
1 h 5 min
Plane
Other
3 h 16 min
Bus, Plane
267 km.
from $97.40
9 h 52 min
268 km.
from $71.39
8 h 11 min
Train, Bus
268 km.
from $321.80
5 h 42 min
Bus, Plane
267 km.
from $126.75

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
InterCity
Website
Metro Christchurch
Website
Nelson Lakes Shuttles
Website
InterCity
Website
1h 45m
Once daily
$15.29–$34.40
+64 9 583 5780
+64 9 583 5780
Call
Metro Christchurch
Website
30 min
Hourly
$1.08–$1.53
+64 3 366 8855
+64 3 366 8855
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Nelson Lakes Shuttles
Website
5h 30m
On demand
$132.01–$660.05
+64 (3) 540 2042
+64 (3) 540 2042
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 2
Air New Zealand
Website
Sounds Air
Website
Air New Zealand
Website
55 min
Every day
$49.69–$191.12
Sounds Air
Website
50 min
Every day
$101.93–$369.50
Train operators
Found: 1
KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific
Website
KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific
Website
5h 10m
Once daily
$108.30–$296.37
+64 4495 0775
+64 4495 0775
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rolleston to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Rolleston to Nelson is to bus which costs $36.96 - $70.65 and takes 9h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rolleston to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Rolleston to Nelson is to line 5 bus and fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Rolleston and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Rolleston to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Tennyson St near Rolleston Dr and arriving at Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Rolleston to Nelson?

The distance between Rolleston and Nelson is 285 km. The road distance is 433.9 km.

How do I travel from Rolleston to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Rolleston to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 11m and costs $141.30 - $347.83 .

How long does it take to get from Rolleston to Nelson?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Rolleston to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rolleston to Nelson bus from?

Rolleston to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Christchurch station.

Where does the Rolleston to Nelson bus arrive?

Rolleston to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Blenheim station.

Can I drive from Rolleston to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Rolleston to Nelson is 434 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Rolleston to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

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