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How to Travel from

Wellington to Lake Wakatipu

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

Wellington
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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Wellington to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.51–$637.07

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$471.43

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
7h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$56.06
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Christchurch to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
7h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$58.61

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.50–$58.61

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$195.38–$244.22

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

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 Lake Wakatipu?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu is to fly which costs $54.35 - $260.87 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $54.35 - $260.87 .

How far is it from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu?

The distance between Wellington and Lake Wakatipu is 648 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu without a car is to train and bus which takes 18h 57m and costs $206.52 - $402.17 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Wellington to Lake Wakatipu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Wellington and Lake Wakatipu?

It is currently 15:10 at both, Wellington and Lake Wakatipu.

Where can I stay near Lake Wakatipu?

There are 1250+ hotels available in Lake Wakatipu. Prices start at $64.61 per night.
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