What is the cheapest way to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Kaikoura (Station) and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Kaikoura and arriving at Nelson via Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson?

The distance between Kaikoura (Station) and Nelson is 242 km. The road distance is 242.4 km.

How do I travel from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson bus from?

Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Kaikoura station.

Where does the Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson bus arrive?

Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Blenheim station.

Can I drive from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 348+ hotels available in Nelson.

Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelson by bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kaikoura to Blenheimbus Christchurch - Picton
2. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus Picton - Nelson
4h 25m
Drive 242.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kaikoura (Station) to Nelsoncar 242.4 km
3h 5m
$71–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kaikoura to Blenheimtrain Coastal Pacific
2. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus Picton - Nelson
5h 4m
$135–574
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Kaikōura to Nelsonshuttle
3h 30m
$120–600

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Distance: 242.5 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Kaikoura (Station), New Zealand and Nelson, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Kaikoura to Nelson via Blenheim in around 4h 25m.

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