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Invercargill to Nelson

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11 h 36 min
980 km.
from $53
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Five ways to Travel from Invercargill to Nelson

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Cheapest
By car (980 km)
11 h 36 min
980 km.
from $53
Other
Rideshare
11 h 36 min
980 km.
from $12.78
Bus via Franz Josef
24 h 13 min
692 km.
from $126.57
Bus, Train
19 h 51 min
692 km.
from $200.48
Bus
20 h 2 min
692 km.
from $169.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
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 Dunedin to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
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

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$190.83–$238.53

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 Invercargill to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Nelson is to bus via Franz Josef which costs $86.96 - $141.30 and takes 24h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Invercargill to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $92.39 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Invercargill and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Invercargill to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Invercargill and arriving at Nelson via Dunedin, Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 2m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Nelson?

The distance between Invercargill and Nelson is 704 km. The road distance is 981.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Invercargill to Nelson without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 51m and costs $163.04 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Invercargill to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Nelson bus from?

Invercargill to Nelson bus services, operated by Catch-A-Bus South, depart from Invercargill station.

Bus or fly from Invercargill to Nelson?

The best way to get from Invercargill to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $92.39 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92.39 - $152.17 and takes 20h 2m.

Where does the Invercargill to Nelson bus arrive?

Invercargill to Nelson bus services, operated by Catch-A-Bus South, arrive at Dunedin station.

Can I drive from Invercargill to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Invercargill to Nelson is 981 km. It takes approximately 11h 50m to drive from Invercargill 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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