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How to Travel from

Napier to Kaikōura

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Napier to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$44.60
Bus from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Napier to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Christchurch to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Hawke'S Bay Airport to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.61–$242.09
Plane from Hawke'S Bay Airport to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.88–$242.09
Plane from Hawke'S Bay Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$280.31

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Blenheim to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$296.37
Train from Picton to Kaikoura
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.08–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.97–$62.43

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

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$25.48

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
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 Napier to Kaikōura?

The cheapest way to get from Napier to Kaikōura is to bus and car ferry which costs $76.09 - $228.26 and takes 13h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Napier to Kaikōura?

The fastest way to get from Napier to Kaikōura is to fly and train which takes 7h 13m and costs $119.57 - $510.87 .

How far is it from Napier to Kaikōura?

The distance between Napier and Kaikōura is 484 km.

How do I travel from Napier to Kaikōura without a car?

The best way to get from Napier to Kaikōura without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 13h 45m and costs $76.09 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Napier to Kaikōura?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Napier to Kaikōura, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kaikōura?

There are 152+ hotels available in Kaikōura. Prices start at $53.49 per night.
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