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How to Travel from

Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura

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 Waiouru to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$40.77
Bus from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$34.40
Bus from Christchurch to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$35.68
Bus from Turangi to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.47–$29.31
Bus from Taupo to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$33.13

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Palmerston to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.34–$242.09
Plane from Hawke'S Bay Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Paraparaumu to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.71–$191.12

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.08–$285.61
Train from Blenheim to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$285.61

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from National Park to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$82.82–$108.30
Train from National Park to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$62.43–$76.45
Train from National Park to Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.45–$95.56

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.72

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:
$42.05–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura?

The cheapest way to get from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura is to bus and car ferry which costs $92.39 - $250 and takes 12h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura?

The fastest way to get from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura is to drive and car ferry which takes 9h 25m and costs $108.70 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura?

The distance between Tongariro National Park and Kaikōura is 596 km.

How do I travel from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura without a car?

The best way to get from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 12h 34m and costs $92.39 - $250 .

How long does it take to get from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura?

It takes approximately 12h 34m to get from Tongariro National Park to Kaikōura, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kaikōura?

There are 152+ hotels available in Kaikōura. Prices start at $51.54 per night.
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