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Wellington Airport to Lake Tekapo

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Christchurch to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.03

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Lake
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$105.61–$131.35

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

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:
$114.67–$296.37
Train from Picton to Rangiora
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$296.37

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.51

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:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo is to fly and drive which costs $70.65 - $260.87 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo?

The fastest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo is to fly and drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

How far is it from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo?

The distance between Wellington Airport (WLG) and Lake Tekapo is 539 km.

How do I travel from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo without a car is to train and bus which takes 16h and costs $206.52 - $413.04 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Lake Tekapo, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lake Tekapo?

There are 321+ hotels available in Lake Tekapo. Prices start at $68.68 per night.
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