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How to Travel from

Timaru to Napier

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 Palmerston North to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$35.68
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 Napier
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.76–$43.32

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$420.47

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 Napier?

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Napier is to bus and car ferry which costs $97.83 - $260.87 and takes 21h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Napier is to fly which takes 6h 57m and costs $108.70 - $413.04 .

How far is it from Timaru to Napier?

The distance between Timaru and Napier is 731 km.

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

The best way to get from Timaru to Napier without a car is to bus and train and car ferry via Palmerston North which takes 20h 32m and costs $184.78 - $532.61 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Timaru to Napier, including transfers.

Which airlines fly from Timaru Airport to Hawke'S Bay Airport Airport?

Air New Zealand offers flights from Timaru Airport to Hawke'S Bay Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Napier?

There are 315+ hotels available in Napier. Prices start at $91.15 per night.
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