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Wānaka to Lake Tekapo

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2 h 17 min
199 km.
from $10
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Four ways to Travel from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo

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Cheapest
By car (199 km)
2 h 17 min
199 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
2 h 17 min
199 km.
from $7.57
Bus, Taxi
3 h 43 min
130 km.
from $255.78
Bus
4 h 30 min
130 km.
from $36.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Tarras to Twizel
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Cromwell to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Tarras to Twizel
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.02
Bus from Wanaka to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.37
Bus from Cromwell to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo?

The cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo is to bus which costs $17.39 - $38.04 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo?

The fastest way to get from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Wānaka and Lake Tekapo?

No, there is no direct bus from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo. However, there are services departing from Wanaka and arriving at Tekapo via Cromwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo?

The distance between Wānaka and Lake Tekapo is 201 km. The road distance is 199.7 km.

How do I travel from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo without a car?

The best way to get from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 43m and costs $141.30 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wānaka to Lake Tekapo bus from?

Wānaka to Lake Tekapo bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Wanaka station.

Where does the Wānaka to Lake Tekapo bus arrive?

Wānaka to Lake Tekapo bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Cromwell station.

Can I drive from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo?

Yes, the driving distance between Wānaka to Lake Tekapo is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Wānaka to Lake Tekapo.

Where can I stay near Lake Tekapo?

There are 321+ hotels available in Lake Tekapo. Prices start at $68.68 per night.
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