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Wellington to Gisborne

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6 h 18 min
535 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Wellington to Gisborne

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Cheapest
By car (535 km)
6 h 18 min
535 km.
from $29
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Rideshare
6 h 18 min
535 km.
from $6.98
Bus
10 h 50 min
400 km.
from $78.24
Train, Bus
10 h 53 min
399 km.
from $120.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Napier
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.03–$44.60
Bus from Napier to Sycamore
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Palmerston North to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Gisborne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.97–$62.43

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$25.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Gisborne?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Gisborne is to bus which costs $42.39 - $76.09 and takes 10h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Gisborne?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Gisborne is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs $59.78 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Gisborne?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Gisborne. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Sycamore Lodge via Napier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Wellington to Gisborne?

The distance between Wellington and Gisborne is 411 km. The road distance is 534 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Gisborne without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Gisborne without a car is to bus which takes 10h 50m and costs $42.39 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Gisborne?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Wellington to Gisborne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Gisborne bus from?

Wellington to Gisborne bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Bus or fly from Wellington to Gisborne?

The best way to get from Wellington to Gisborne is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs $59.78 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $76.09 and takes 10h 50m.

Where does the Wellington to Gisborne bus arrive?

Wellington to Gisborne bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Napier station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Gisborne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Gisborne is 534 km. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Wellington to Gisborne.

Where can I stay near Gisborne?

There are 60+ hotels available in Gisborne. Prices start at $73.76 per night.
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