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

The cheapest way to get from Kaikōura to Blenheim is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaikōura to Blenheim is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Kaikōura and Blenheim?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kaikoura and arriving at Blenheim. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kaikōura and Blenheim?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kaikoura and arriving at Blenheim. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Kaikōura to Blenheim?

The distance between Kaikōura and Blenheim is 129 km. The road distance is 128.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaikōura to Blenheim without a car is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs .

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

The bus from Kaikoura to Blenheim takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kaikōura to Blenheim bus from?

Kaikōura to Blenheim bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Kaikoura station.

Where do I catch the Kaikōura to Blenheim train from?

Kaikōura to Blenheim train services, operated by KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific, depart from Kaikoura station.

Train or bus from Kaikōura to Blenheim?

The best way to get from Kaikōura to Blenheim is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $550 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Kaikōura to Blenheim bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaikōura to Blenheim train arrive?

Kaikōura to Blenheim train services, operated by KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific, arrive at Blenheim station.

Can I drive from Kaikōura to Blenheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaikōura to Blenheim is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Kaikōura to Blenheim.

How do I get a train ticket from Kaikōura to Blenheim?

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Where can I stay near Blenheim?

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Kaikōura to Blenheim - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kaikōura to Blenheim by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kaikoura to Blenheimbus Christchurch - Picton
1h 40m
Drive 128.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kaikōura to Blenheimcar 128.7 km
1h 34m
$37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Kaikoura to Blenheimtrain Coastal Pacific
2h 10m
$110–519

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Distance: 128.7 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

InterCity operates a bus from Kaikoura to Blenheim twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific operates a train from Kaikoura to Blenheim once daily. Tickets cost $110–519 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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