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How to Travel from

Timaru to Palmerston North

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 Timaru to Church
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Timaru to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$44.60
Bus from Wellington - Central to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Timaru to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57

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:
$108.30–$285.61

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.69–$59.88

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$24.21

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Picton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Timaru to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Palmerston North is to bus and fly which costs $81.52 - $282.61 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Timaru to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Palmerston North is to fly and train which takes 5h 22m and costs $97.83 - $326.09 .

How far is it from Timaru to Palmerston North?

The distance between Timaru and Palmerston North is 599 km.

How do I travel from Timaru to Palmerston North without a car?

The best way to get from Timaru to Palmerston North without a car is to bus and train and car ferry which takes 16h 33m and costs $163.04 - $500 .

How long does it take to get from Timaru to Palmerston North?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Timaru to Palmerston North, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 96+ hotels available in Palmerston North. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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