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How to Travel from

Timaru to Rotorua

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 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$34.40
Bus from Wellington - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.40–$56.06
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
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

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.04–$547.88
Plane from Timaru to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$496.92

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 Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$121.04–$152.90

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 Rotorua?

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Rotorua is to bus and car ferry which costs $103.26 - $271.74 and takes 24h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Rotorua is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 48m and costs $239.13 - $652.17 .

How far is it from Timaru to Rotorua?

The distance between Timaru and Rotorua is 928 km.

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

The best way to get from Timaru to Rotorua without a car is to bus and train and car ferry and night bus which takes 22h 20m and costs $173.91 - $500 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Timaru to Rotorua, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Rotorua?

There are 496+ hotels available in Rotorua. Prices start at $64.57 per night.
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