What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin is to bus which costs $50 - $95 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin?

The fastest way to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Wānaka and Dunedin?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin. However, there are services departing from Wanaka and arriving at Otago University via Cromwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin?

The distance between Lake Wānaka and Dunedin is 280 km. The road distance is 261.7 km.

How do I travel from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $50 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Wānaka to Dunedin bus from?

Lake Wānaka to Dunedin bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Wanaka station.

Where does the Lake Wānaka to Dunedin bus arrive?

Lake Wānaka to Dunedin bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Cromwell station.

Can I drive from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Wānaka to Dunedin is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin.

Where can I stay near Dunedin?

There are 295+ hotels available in Dunedin.

Lake Wānaka to Dunedin - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Wānaka to Dunedin by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wanaka to Cromwellbus Queenstown - Franz Josef
2. Take the bus from Cromwell to Otago Universitybus Queenstown - Dunedin
5h 9m
$51–93
Drive 261.7 km
1. Drive from Wānaka to Dunedincar 261.7 km
3h 16m
$76–110
Bus via Dunedin
1. Take the bus from Wanaka to Cromwellbus Queenstown - Franz Josef
2. Take the bus from Cromwell to Dunedinbus Queenstown - Dunedin
5h 24m
$53–98

Lake Wānaka to Dunedin by bus

2Weekly Buses

5h 9mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.6 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Lake Wānaka, New Zealand and Dunedin, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Wanaka to Otago University via Cromwell in around 5h 9m.

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