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How to Travel from

Wellington Airport to Queenstown

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Wellington to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.51–$637.07

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$471.43

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$57.34
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$59.88

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$58.61
Bus from Luggate to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$195.38–$244.22

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

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
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 Queenstown?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Queenstown is to fly which costs $59.78 - $239.13 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Queenstown is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 .

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

The distance between Wellington Airport (WLG) and Queenstown is 649 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Queenstown without a car is to train and bus which takes 20h 35m and costs $217.39 - $434.78 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to Queenstown, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Queenstown?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Queenstown. Prices start at $64.61 per night.
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