What is the cheapest way to get from Hokitika to Kaikōura?

The cheapest way to get from Hokitika to Kaikōura is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hokitika to Kaikōura is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Hokitika and Kaikōura?

No, there is no direct bus from Hokitika to Kaikōura. However, there are services departing from Hokitika and arriving at Kaikoura via Kumara Junction and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Hokitika and Kaikōura?

No, there is no direct train from Hokitika to Kaikōura. However, there are services departing from Greymouth and arriving at Kaikoura via Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Hokitika to Kaikōura?

The distance between Hokitika and Kaikōura is 348 km. The road distance is 362.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Hokitika to Kaikōura without a car is to bus which takes 9h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Hokitika to Kaikōura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hokitika to Kaikōura bus from?

Hokitika to Kaikōura bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Kumara Junction station.

Where do I catch the Hokitika to Kaikōura train from?

Hokitika to Kaikōura train services, operated by KiwiRail - TranzAlpine, depart from Greymouth station.

Train or bus from Hokitika to Kaikōura?

The best way to get from Hokitika to Kaikōura is to bus which takes 9h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $430 - $950 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Hokitika to Kaikōura bus arrive?

Hokitika to Kaikōura bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Where does the Hokitika to Kaikōura train arrive?

Hokitika to Kaikōura train services, operated by KiwiRail - TranzAlpine, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Hokitika to Kaikōura?

Yes, the driving distance between Hokitika to Kaikōura is 363 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Hokitika to Kaikōura.

Where can I stay near Kaikōura?

There are 164+ hotels available in Kaikōura.

Hokitika to Kaikōura - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Hokitika to Kaikōura by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Hokitika (HKK) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)plane HKK - CHC
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Kaikourabus
5h 6m
Drive 362.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hokitika to Kaikōuracar 362.8 km
4h 14m
$105–152
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumara Junction to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Greymouth
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Kaikourabus Christchurch - Picton
9h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Greymouth to Christchurchtrain TranzAlpine
2. Take the train from Christchurch to Kaikouratrain Coastal Pacific
10h 30m
$431–922
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Greymouth to Westportshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Westport to Saint Arnaudshuttle
3. Take a shuttle bus from Saint Arnaud to Kaikōurashuttle
9h 58m
$371–1,517

Hokitika (HKK) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) flights

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40 minAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.9 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Hokitika, New Zealand and Kaikōura, Canterbury, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Hokitika to Kaikoura via Kumara Junction and Christchurch in around 9h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hokitika to Kaikoura via Greymouth, Greymouth, and Christchurch in around 10h 30m.

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