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How to Travel from

Timaru to Picton

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Timaru to Church
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Timaru to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$36.95
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Havelock to Picton
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
Bus from Timaru to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68

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
Plane from Timaru to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.08–$293.05
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$191.12

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Timaru to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$70.08–$280.31

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37

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 Timaru to Picton?

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Picton is to bus which costs $39.13 - $70.65 and takes 9h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Timaru to Picton?

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Picton is to fly which takes 4h and costs $92.39 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Timaru and Picton?

No, there is no direct bus from Timaru to Picton. However, there are services departing from Timaru and arriving at Picton via Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Timaru to Picton?

The distance between Timaru and Picton is 506 km. The road distance is 496.1 km.

How do I travel from Timaru to Picton without a car?

The best way to get from Timaru to Picton without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 52m and costs $119.57 - $304.35 .

How long does it take to get from Timaru to Picton?

It takes approximately 8h 52m to get from Timaru to Picton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Timaru to Picton bus from?

Timaru to Picton bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Timaru station.

Bus or fly from Timaru to Picton?

The best way to get from Timaru to Picton is to bus which takes 9h 35m and costs $39.13 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $92.39 - $304.35 and takes 4h.

Where does the Timaru to Picton bus arrive?

Timaru to Picton bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Timaru to Picton?

Yes, the driving distance between Timaru to Picton is 496 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Timaru to Picton.

Where can I stay near Picton?

There are 137+ hotels available in Picton. Prices start at $65.25 per night.
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