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1008 km.
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Bluff, New Zealand → Nelson, New Zealand

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bluff to Nelson

Composite routes from Bluff to Nelson

Cheapest
11 h 57 min
Car
1008 km.
from $55
Other
20 h 34 min
712 km.
from $244.52
20 h 12 min
Bus, Train
711 km.
from $276.45
24 h 32 min
712 km.
from $199.54

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Invercargill to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$38.22
Bus from Dunedin to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Dunedin to Church
Ave. Duration:
6h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Blenheim to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$43.32
Bus from Greymouth to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$43.32

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Queenstown to Franz
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$47.14
Bus from Franz Josef to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$20.39

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$127.22–$636.09

Catch-A-Bus South

Phone:
+64 27 4497 994
Website:
catchabussouth.com/
Bus from Invercargill to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$56.06
Bus from Invercargill to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.40–$48.42

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Invercargill to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$369.50

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$285.61

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bluff to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Bluff to Nelson is to bus which costs $130.43 - $217.39 and takes 20h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bluff to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Bluff to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 .

How far is it from Bluff to Nelson?

The distance between Bluff and Nelson is 728 km. The road distance is 1010.2 km.

How do I travel from Bluff to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Bluff to Nelson without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 17h 45m and costs $206.52 - $706.52 .

How long does it take to get from Bluff to Nelson?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Bluff to Nelson, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Bluff to Nelson?

The best way to get from Bluff to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $141.30 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $217.39 and takes 20h 34m.

Can I drive from Bluff to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Bluff to Nelson is 1010 km. It takes approximately 12h 11m to drive from Bluff to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 338+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $48.29 per night.
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