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Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula

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263 km.
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263 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$178.38
Plane from Wellington to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.24–$318.54

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$178.38
Plane from Wellington to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$305.80

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.08–$296.37
Train from Blenheim to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$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
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 Kaikōura Peninsula?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula is to train which costs $108.70 - $315.22 and takes 7h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula is to fly and drive which takes 5h 1m and costs $81.52 - $293.48 .

How far is it from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula?

The distance between Wellington and Kaikōura Peninsula is 260 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs $108.70 - $315.22 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Wellington to Kaikōura Peninsula, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kaikōura Peninsula?

There are 152+ hotels available in Kaikōura Peninsula. Prices start at $53.49 per night.
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