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How to Travel from

New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo

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 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 Fitzroy to Otorohanga
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Rolleston to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Christchurch to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.03

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Lake
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$105.61–$131.35

Airlines

Air New Zealand

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

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

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 Lake Tekapo?

The cheapest way to get from New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo is to bus and car ferry which costs $108.70 - $293.48 and takes 23h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo?

The fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo is to fly and drive which takes 5h 10m and costs $130.43 - $391.30 .

How far is it from New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo?

The distance between New Plymouth and Lake Tekapo is 747 km.

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

The best way to get from New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo without a car is to bus and car ferry and shuttle which takes 23h and costs $173.91 - $380.43 .

How long does it take to get from New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from New Plymouth to Lake Tekapo, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lake Tekapo?

There are 321+ hotels available in Lake Tekapo. Prices start at $68.68 per night.
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