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

The cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Greymouth is to drive which costs $200 - $300 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Invercargill to Greymouth is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 47m and costs $170 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Invercargill and Greymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Invercargill to Greymouth. However, there are services departing from Invercargill and arriving at Greymouth via Dunedin and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 22m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Greymouth?

The distance between Invercargill and Greymouth is 509 km. The road distance is 695.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Invercargill to Greymouth without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 56m and costs $320 - $470.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Invercargill to Greymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Greymouth bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Invercargill to Greymouth?

The best way to get from Invercargill to Greymouth is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $140 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Dunedin, which costs $150 - $300 and takes 16h 22m.

Where does the Invercargill to Greymouth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Invercargill to Greymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Invercargill to Greymouth is 695 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Invercargill to Greymouth.

Where can I stay near Greymouth?

There are 64+ hotels available in Greymouth.

Invercargill to Greymouth - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Invercargill to Greymouth by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Fly to Hokitika
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1. Fly from Invercargill (IVC) to Hokitika (HKK)plane IVC - HKK
5h 48m
$142–622
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Rollestonbus
3. Take the train from Rolleston to Greymouthtrain
15h 56m
$324–468
Drive 695.4 km
1. Drive from Invercargill to Greymouthcar 695.4 km
8h 4m
$204–294
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Queenstownbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Queenstown to Franz Josef / Waiaushuttle
3. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Greymouthbus
21h 8m
$375–465
Fly to Christchurch International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Invercargill (IVC) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)plane IVC - CHC
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch International Airport to Greymouthshuttle
5h 47m
$177–617
Bus via Dunedin
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurchbus
3. Take the bus from Christchurch to Greymouthbus
16h 22m
$154–298
Bus
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Queenstownbus
2. Take the bus from Queenstown to Franz Josefbus
3. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Greymouthbus
17h 13m
$265–375

Invercargill to Greymouth by bus, foot, and train

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15h 56mAverage Duration

$324Cheapest Price

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Distance: 509 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Invercargill, New Zealand and Greymouth, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Invercargill (IVC) to Hokitika (HKK) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Invercargill to Greymouth via Dunedin, Dunedin, and Christchurch in around 16h 22m.

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