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South Island to Wellington

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Greymouth to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Nelson to Picton
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Fox Glacier to Kumara
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66
Bus from Fox Glacier to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.21

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Westport to Picton
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$85.81–$429.03

East West Coaches

Phone:
+64 27 201 8825
Website:
eastwestcoaches.co.nz/
Bus from Kumara Junction to Westport
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$49.69

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31

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 South Island to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from South Island to Wellington is to fly which costs $76.09 - $282.61 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from South Island to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from South Island to Wellington is to fly which takes 2h and costs $76.09 - $282.61 .

How far is it from South Island to Wellington?

The distance between South Island and Wellington is 459 km.

How do I travel from South Island to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from South Island to Wellington without a car is to bus and shuttle and car ferry which takes 16h 31m and costs $163.04 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from South Island to Wellington?

It takes approximately 2h to get from South Island to Wellington, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

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