How to Travel from
Wānaka to Fairlie
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wānaka to Fairlie
Composite routes from Wānaka to Fairlie
Cheapest
2 h 46 min
Car
242 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 12 min
Bus
148 km.
from $72.63
Route Navigator Wānaka - Fairlie
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13 м
13 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Ardmore Street
Ardmore Street, 386 м
386 м
Keep left onto Ardmore Street and drive toward Cromwell, West Coast
Ardmore Street, Cromwell, West Coast, 61 м
61 м
Turn slight left onto Wānaka Luggate Highway
Wānaka Luggate Highway, 393 м
393 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Wānaka Luggate Highway
Wānaka Luggate Highway, 1 km 870 м
1 km 870 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Wānaka Luggate Highway
Wānaka Luggate Highway, 1 km 206 м
1 km 206 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Wānaka Luggate Highway
Wānaka Luggate Highway, 9 km 532 м
9 km 532 м
Turn left onto Shortcut Road and take SH 8A toward Aoraki / Mount Cook, Christchurch
Shortcut Road, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Christchurch, SH 8A, 2 km 592 м
2 km 592 м
Turn left onto State Highway 8A and take SH 8A toward Ōmarama, Christchurch
State Highway 8A, Ōmarama, Christchurch, SH 8A, 1 km 680 м
1 km 680 м
Turn right onto Luggate Tarras Road and take SH 8A toward Ōmarama, Christchurch
Luggate Tarras Road, Ōmarama, Christchurch, SH 8A, 19 km 714 м
19 km 714 м
Turn left onto Tarras-Cromwell Road and take SH 8 toward Ōmarama, Christchurch
Tarras-Cromwell Road, Ōmarama, Christchurch, SH 8, 210 km 924 м
210 km 924 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Other from Tarras to Twizel
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Other from Tarras to Fairlie
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$39.50
GreatSights
Other from Tarras to Twizel
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.02
Other from Tarras to Fairlie
Ave. Duration:
6h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$25.48
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Fairlie?
The cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Fairlie is to bus which costs $22.83 - $59.78 and takes 5h 4m.
What is the fastest way to get from Wānaka to Fairlie?
The fastest way to get from Wānaka to Fairlie is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .
Is there a direct bus between Wānaka and Fairlie?
No, there is no direct bus from Wānaka to Fairlie. However, there are services departing from Wanaka and arriving at Fairlie via Tarras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
How far is it from Wānaka to Fairlie?
The distance between Wānaka and Fairlie is 244 km. The road distance is 242.4 km.
How do I travel from Wānaka to Fairlie without a car?
The best way to get from Wānaka to Fairlie without a car is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs $22.83 - $59.78 .
How long does it take to get from Wānaka to Fairlie?
It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Wānaka to Fairlie, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Wānaka to Fairlie bus from?
Wānaka to Fairlie bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Tarras station.
Where does the Wānaka to Fairlie bus arrive?
Wānaka to Fairlie bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Fairlie station.
Can I drive from Wānaka to Fairlie?
Yes, the driving distance between Wānaka to Fairlie is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Wānaka to Fairlie.
Where can I stay near Fairlie?
There are 23+ hotels available in Fairlie. Prices start at $30.97 per night.
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