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Wānaka to Tekapo

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2 h 17 min
199 km.
from $10
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Four ways to Travel from Wānaka to 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 $238.13
Bus
4 h 30 min
130 km.
from $35.11

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:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Cromwell to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

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–$12.74
Bus from Wanaka to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.33–$6.24
Bus from Cromwell to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Tekapo is to bus which costs $16.30 - $36.96 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wānaka to Tekapo is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Wānaka and Tekapo?

No, there is no direct bus from Wānaka to 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 Tekapo?

The distance between Wānaka and Tekapo is 201 km. The road distance is 199.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wānaka to Tekapo without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 43m and costs $130.43 - $206.52 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Wānaka to Tekapo bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wānaka to Tekapo?

The best way to get from Wānaka to Tekapo is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $16.30 - $36.96 . There are no good options to train or fly between Wānaka to Tekapo.

Where does the Wānaka to Tekapo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wānaka to Tekapo?

Yes, the driving distance between Wānaka to Tekapo is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Wānaka to Tekapo.

Where can I stay near Tekapo?

There are 321+ hotels available in Tekapo. Prices start at $66.20 per night.
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