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Invercargill to Timaru

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Six ways to Travel from Invercargill to Timaru

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Cheapest
By car (413 km)
5 h 5 min
413 km.
from $22
Other
Rideshare
5 h 5 min
413 km.
from $15.71
Bus
7 h 37 min
316 km.
from $94.70
Bus via Timaru #2
8 h 20 min
316 km.
from $54.89
Plane, Bus
5 h 55 min
316 km.
from $212.74
Bus via Timaru
8 h 7 min
316 km.
from $62.67

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Dunedin to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Rolleston to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from Invercargill to Dunedin
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50

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:
$42.05–$58.61

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Invercargill to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$318.54

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Timaru?

The cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Timaru is to bus via Timaru which costs $35.87 - $70.65 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Invercargill to Timaru is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Invercargill and Timaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Invercargill to Timaru. However, there are services departing from Invercargill and arriving at Timaru via Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Timaru?

The distance between Invercargill and Timaru is 427 km. The road distance is 413.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Invercargill to Timaru without a car is to bus which takes 7h 37m and costs $53.26 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Invercargill to Timaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Timaru bus from?

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

Where does the Invercargill to Timaru bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Invercargill to Timaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Invercargill to Timaru is 413 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Invercargill to Timaru.

Where can I stay near Timaru?

There are 52+ hotels available in Timaru. Prices start at $41.66 per night.
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