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Wellington Airport to South Island

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585 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from Nelson to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Kumara Junction to Fox
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66
Bus from Greymouth to Whataroa
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.84
Bus from Greymouth to Fox
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.21

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Westport
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$85.81–$429.03

East West Coaches

Phone:
+64 27 201 8825
Website:
eastwestcoaches.co.nz/
Bus from Westport to Kumara
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.05–$50.97

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

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

KiwiRail - TranzAlpine

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
kiwirail.co.nz/
Train from Christchurch to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$157.75

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 South Island?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to South Island is to fly which costs $76.09 - $260.87 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to South Island is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs $76.09 - $260.87 .

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

The distance between Wellington Airport (WLG) and South Island is 452 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to South Island without a car is to car ferry and shuttle and bus which takes 17h 43m and costs $173.91 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Wellington Airport (WLG) to South Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near South Island?

There are 315+ hotels available in South Island. Prices start at $68.68 per night.
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