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How to Travel from

Wellington to Te Anau

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:
$45.65–$543.48

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$402.17
Plane from Palmerston to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$76.09–$315.22

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$65.22–$271.74

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:
$30.43–$47.83
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$39.13
Bus from Christchurch to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
7h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$50.00
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$51.09

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Te
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39
Bus from Luggate to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78
Bus from Christchurch to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$50.00
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$50.00

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:
$166.67–$208.34

Track Transport

Phone:
+64 (0) 3 442 9708
Website:
infotrack.co.nz/
Bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Te
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.91

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:
$97.83–$252.83

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.48–$53.26

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.24

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$21.74

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:
$36.96–$152.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Te Anau?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Te Anau is to train and bus which costs $108.70 - $152.17 and takes 22h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Te Anau?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Te Anau is to fly and bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $70.65 - $282.61 .

How far is it from Wellington to Te Anau?

The distance between Wellington and Te Anau is 815 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Te Anau without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Te Anau without a car is to train and bus via Rolleston which takes 22h 7m and costs $217.39 - $423.91 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Te Anau?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Wellington to Te Anau, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Te Anau?

There are 117+ hotels available in Te Anau. Prices start at $45.47 per night.
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