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

The cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Oamaru is to bus which costs $95 - $130 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Invercargill to Oamaru is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Invercargill and Oamaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Invercargill to Oamaru. However, there are services departing from Invercargill and arriving at Oamaru via Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Oamaru?

The distance between Invercargill and Oamaru is 340 km. The road distance is 317.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Invercargill to Oamaru without a car is to bus which takes 6h 22m and costs $95 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Invercargill to Oamaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Oamaru bus from?

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

Where does the Invercargill to Oamaru bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Invercargill to Oamaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Invercargill to Oamaru is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Invercargill to Oamaru.

Where can I stay near Oamaru?

There are 107+ hotels available in Oamaru.

Invercargill to Oamaru - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Tour

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There are 4 ways to get from Invercargill to Oamaru by bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus Invercargill
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Oamarubus Christchurch - Dunedin
6h 22m
$98–125
Drive 317.9 km
1. Drive from Invercargill to Oamarucar 317.9 km
3h 54m
$98–141
Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Invercargill to Dunedinshuttle Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins
2. Take the bus from Bus Hub Stop E to Thames Streetbus 1
11h 45m
$180–295
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus Invercargill
2. Take the train from Dunedin to Oamarutrain The Victorian
7h 38m
$178–235

Invercargill to Oamaru by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 22mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 339.9 km
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Invercargill to Oamaru via Dunedin and Dunedin in around 6h 22m.

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