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2 h 44 min
230 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wānaka to Oamaru

Composite routes from Wānaka to Oamaru

Cheapest
2 h 44 min
Car
230 km.
from $12
Other
8 h 4 min
150 km.
from $69.59
9 h 18 min
Bus, Train
150 km.
from $80.82

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Cromwell to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Dunedin to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Wanaka to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.37

Train operators

Dunedin Railways

Phone:
+64 3 477 4449
Email:
Website:
dunedinrailways.co.nz/
Train from Dunedin to Oamaru
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$49.69–$61.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Oamaru?

The cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Oamaru is to drive which costs $38.04 - $59.78 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wānaka to Oamaru?

The fastest way to get from Wānaka to Oamaru is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Wānaka and Oamaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Wānaka to Oamaru. However, there are services departing from Wanaka and arriving at Oamaru via Cromwell and Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Wānaka to Oamaru?

The distance between Wānaka and Oamaru is 396 km. The road distance is 230.6 km.

How do I travel from Wānaka to Oamaru without a car?

The best way to get from Wānaka to Oamaru without a car is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs $34.78 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Wānaka to Oamaru?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Wānaka to Oamaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wānaka to Oamaru bus from?

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

Where does the Wānaka to Oamaru bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wānaka to Oamaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Wānaka to Oamaru is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Wānaka to Oamaru.

Where can I stay near Oamaru?

There are 72+ hotels available in Oamaru. Prices start at $66.86 per night.
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