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Wellington to Arthur’s Pass

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11 h 26 min
526 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass

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Cheapest
By car (526 km)
11 h 26 min
526 km.
from $28
Fastest
Plane from Wellington (Wellington International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
11 h 26 min
526 km.
from $6.86
Bus, Plane (Fly to Christchurch International Airport)
4 h 51 min
321 km.
from $98.75
Train
13 h 45 min
321 km.
from $493.47
Bus, Plane (Fly to Hokitika)
6 h 37 min
321 km.
from $258.53
Bus, Plane (Fly to Westport Airport)
6 h 19 min
321 km.
from $272.66

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Wellington to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$280.31

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09
Plane from Wellington to Hokitika
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.82–$344.02

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Westport
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.64–$305.80

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

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 Christchurch International Airport to Arthur's
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$53.51
Bus from Countdown Memorial Ave to Arthur's
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$52.24
Bus from Kumara Junction to Arthur's
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.50–$47.14
Bus from Westport to Arthur's
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.69–$59.88

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 Arthurs
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
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 to Arthur’s Pass?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass is to fly and shuttle which costs $65.22 - $217.39 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 51m and costs $65.22 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Arthur’s Pass?

No, there is no direct train from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Arthurs Pass via Picton and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.

How far is it from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass?

The distance between Wellington and Arthur’s Pass is 460 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass without a car is to train and bus and shuttle which takes 13h 40m and costs $103.26 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Arthur’s Pass train from?

Wellington to Arthur’s Pass train services, operated by Interislander, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass?

The best way to get from Wellington to Arthur’s Pass is to train which takes 13h 45m and costs $271.74 - $445.65 . There are no good options to bus or fly between Wellington to Arthur’s Pass.

Where does the Wellington to Arthur’s Pass train arrive?

Wellington to Arthur’s Pass train services, operated by Interislander, arrive at Picton station.

Where can I stay near Arthur’s Pass?

There are 16+ hotels available in Arthur’s Pass. Prices start at $27.02 per night.
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