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Wellington Central to Queenstown

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15 h 54 min
915 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Wellington Central to Queenstown

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By car (915 km)
15 h 54 min
915 km.
from $50
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Rideshare
15 h 54 min
915 km.
from $11.93
Train, Bus
19 h 17 min
645 km.
from $427.50

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Wellington to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.51–$637.07

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$471.43

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$57.34
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$59.88

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$58.61

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$195.38–$244.22

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:
$114.67–$296.37

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.51

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Wellington to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington Central to Queenstown?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington Central to Queenstown is to fly which costs $59.78 - $271.74 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington Central to Queenstown?

The fastest way to get from Wellington Central to Queenstown is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $59.78 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Wellington Central to Queenstown?

The distance between Wellington Central and Queenstown is 659 km.

How do I travel from Wellington Central to Queenstown without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington Central to Queenstown without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 17m and costs $217.39 - $413.04 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington Central to Queenstown?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Wellington Central to Queenstown, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Wellington Central and Queenstown?

It is currently 20:52 at both, Wellington Central and Queenstown.

Where can I stay near Queenstown?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Queenstown. Prices start at $64.61 per night.
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