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How to Travel from

New Plymouth to Ashburton

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58
Bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.93–$40.77
Bus from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Christchurch to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Fitzroy to Otorohanga
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Church Corner to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Temuka to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.90–$293.05
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$382.24

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37
Train from Picton to Rangiora
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Otorohanga to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$114.67–$152.90

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.51

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Wellington to Picton
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 New Plymouth to Ashburton?

The cheapest way to get from New Plymouth to Ashburton is to bus and train which costs $173.91 - $402.17 and takes 22h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Ashburton?

The fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Ashburton is to fly and bus which takes 4h 59m and costs $163.04 - $326.09 .

How far is it from New Plymouth to Ashburton?

The distance between New Plymouth and Ashburton is 616 km.

How do I travel from New Plymouth to Ashburton without a car?

The best way to get from New Plymouth to Ashburton without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 21h 23m and costs $103.26 - $282.61 .

How long does it take to get from New Plymouth to Ashburton?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from New Plymouth to Ashburton, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ashburton?

There are 18+ hotels available in Ashburton. Prices start at $48.24 per night.
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