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How to Travel from

Wellington to Greymouth

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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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 Hokitika
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.82–$344.02
Plane from Wellington to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

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 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

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
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 Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$48.42
Bus from Christchurch International Airport to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.51–$70.08

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
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 Greymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Greymouth is to fly and shuttle which costs $70.65 - $228.26 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Greymouth is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 34m and costs $184.78 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Greymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Wellington to Greymouth. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Greymouth via Picton and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 15m.

How far is it from Wellington to Greymouth?

The distance between Wellington and Greymouth is 401 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Greymouth without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 13h 50m and costs $70.65 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Wellington to Greymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Greymouth train from?

Wellington to Greymouth train services, operated by Interislander, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Train or fly from Wellington to Greymouth?

The best way to get from Wellington to Greymouth is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $271.74 - $445.65 and takes 16h 15m.

What is the time difference between Wellington and Greymouth?

It is currently 16:55 at both, Wellington and Greymouth.

Where does the Wellington to Greymouth train arrive?

Wellington to Greymouth train services, operated by Interislander, arrive at Picton station.

Where can I stay near Greymouth?

There are 55+ hotels available in Greymouth. Prices start at $64.75 per night.
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