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How to Travel from

Wellington to Otago

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
Plane from Wellington to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31

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 Church Corner to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$47.14
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Christchurch to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$48.42
Bus from Timaru to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85

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 Otago?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Otago is to fly which costs $59.78 - $260.87 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Otago is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs $59.78 - $260.87 .

How far is it from Wellington to Otago?

The distance between Wellington and Otago is 656 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Otago without a car is to train and bus which takes 17h 12m and costs $173.91 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Wellington to Otago, including transfers.

Which airlines fly from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport Airport?

Jetstar and Air New Zealand offer flights from Wellington Airport to Queenstown Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Otago?

There are 59+ hotels available in Otago. Prices start at $42.23 per night.
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