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How to Travel from

New Plymouth to Queenstown

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 Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$59.88
Bus from Fitzroy to Otorohanga
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Rolleston to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$57.34

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$58.61

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$195.38–$244.22

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$458.69

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 Queenstown?

The cheapest way to get from New Plymouth to Queenstown is to bus and car ferry which costs $119.57 - $315.22 and takes 28h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Queenstown is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $130.43 - $434.78 .

How far is it from New Plymouth to Queenstown?

The distance between New Plymouth and Queenstown is 825 km.

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

The best way to get from New Plymouth to Queenstown without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 28h 4m and costs $119.57 - $315.22 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from New Plymouth to Queenstown, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Queenstown?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Queenstown. Prices start at $64.61 per night.
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