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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Timaru to Nelson

Composite routes from Timaru to Nelson

Cheapest
6 h 58 min
Car
570 km.
from $31
Other
11 h 50 min
384 km.
from $101.05
11 h 7 min
Bus, Train
383 km.
from $151.33
7 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
383 km.
from $203.23
11 h 39 min
Bus, Train
383 km.
from $151.52

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 Blenheim to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Timaru to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$36.95
Bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60
Bus from Woodbourne to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$132.01–$660.05

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$293.05
Plane from Timaru to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.08–$293.05

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$296.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Timaru to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Nelson is to bus which costs $51.09 - $97.83 and takes 11h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $97.83 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Timaru and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Timaru to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Timaru and arriving at Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

How far is it from Timaru to Nelson?

The distance between Timaru and Nelson is 393 km. The road distance is 572.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Timaru to Nelson without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 7m and costs $130.43 - $336.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Timaru to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Timaru to Nelson bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Timaru to Nelson?

The best way to get from Timaru to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $97.83 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $97.83 and takes 11h 50m.

Where does the Timaru to Nelson bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Timaru to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Timaru to Nelson is 573 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Timaru to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 334+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $50.11 per night.
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