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Tongariro National Park to South Island

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15 h 57 min
902 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Tongariro National Park to South Island

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Cheapest
By car (902 km)
15 h 57 min
902 km.
from $49
Other
Rideshare
15 h 57 min
902 km.
from $11.77
Train, Plane (Train to Wellington)
9 h 55 min
678 km.
from $281.47
Train, Bus, Taxi
27 h 40 min
678 km.
from $802.24
Train, Plane (Train to Palmerston)
10 h 23 min
678 km.
from $235.27
Train, Bus
27 h 1 min
675 km.
from $339.78

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 Nelson to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$43.32
Bus from Christchurch to Geraldine
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Turangi to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
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
Bus from Picton to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Greymouth to Fox
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93
Bus from Greymouth to Whataroa
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.47–$16.56
Bus from Christchurch to Geraldine
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$16.56

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31
Plane from Palmerston to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.34–$242.09
Plane from Rotorua to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$331.28
Plane from Hawke'S Bay Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$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

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

KiwiRail - TranzAlpine

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
kiwirail.co.nz/
Train from Christchurch to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$152.03

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
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 South Island?

The cheapest way to get from Tongariro National Park to South Island is to night bus and bus and fly which costs $108.70 - $358.70 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tongariro National Park to South Island is to train and fly which takes 9h 55m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 .

How far is it from Tongariro National Park to South Island?

The distance between Tongariro National Park and South Island is 823 km.

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

The best way to get from Tongariro National Park to South Island without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 27h 40m and costs $456.52 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from Tongariro National Park to South Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near South Island?

There are 315+ hotels available in South Island. Prices start at $66.20 per night.
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