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How to Travel from

Wellington to Milford Sound

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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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
Plane from Wellington to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$293.05

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54

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
Bus from Christchurch to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
7h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$58.61
Bus from Dunedin Airport to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$40.77

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
Bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Milford
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$34.40
Bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Milford
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.21–$35.68

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Medical Centre Wanaka to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.83–$14.02

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

Track Transport

Phone:
+64 (0) 3 442 9708
Website:
infotrack.co.nz/
Bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Milford
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$71.95

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 Milford Sound?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Milford Sound is to car ferry and bus which costs $108.70 - $271.74 and takes 25h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Milford Sound?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Milford Sound is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $315.22 - $706.52 .

How far is it from Wellington to Milford Sound?

The distance between Wellington and Milford Sound is 723 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Milford Sound without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Milford Sound without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 25h 59m and costs $108.70 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Milford Sound?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Wellington to Milford Sound, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Milford Sound?

There are two+ hotels available in Milford Sound. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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