What is the cheapest way to get from Gisborne to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Gisborne to Wellington is to bus which costs $27 - $110 and takes 10h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gisborne to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Gisborne to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $85 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Gisborne and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from Gisborne to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Sycamore Lodge and arriving at Wellington - Central via Napier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

How far is it from Gisborne to Wellington?

The distance between Gisborne and Wellington is 412 km. The road distance is 523 km.

How do I travel from Gisborne to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Gisborne to Wellington without a car is to bus which takes 10h 47m and costs $27 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Gisborne to Wellington?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Gisborne to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gisborne to Wellington bus from?

Gisborne to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Sycamore Lodge station.

Bus or fly from Gisborne to Wellington?

The best way to get from Gisborne to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $85 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $110 and takes 10h 47m.

Where does the Gisborne to Wellington bus arrive?

Gisborne to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Napier station.

Can I drive from Gisborne to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Gisborne to Wellington is 523 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Gisborne to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 486+ hotels available in Wellington.

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There are 4 ways to get from Gisborne to Wellington by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Wellington (WLG)plane GIS - WLG
1h 51m
$89–506
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sycamore Lodge to Napierbus Napier - Gisborne
2. Take the bus from Napier to Wellington - Centralbus Wellington - Central - Napier / ...
10h 47m
$27–103
Drive 523 km
1. Drive from Gisborne to Wellingtoncar 523 km
6h 4m
$153–221
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sycamore Lodge to Napierbus
2. Take the bus from Napier to Palmerston Northbus
3. Take the train from Palmerston North to Wellingtontrain
11h 15m

Gisborne to Wellington by bus

4Weekly Buses

10h 47mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 411.7 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Gisborne, New Zealand and Wellington, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly from Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Wellington (WLG) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sycamore Lodge to Wellington - Central via Napier in around 10h 47m.

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