What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park is to drive which costs $250 - $380 and takes 10h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park?

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park is to fly and bus which takes 7h 25m and costs $370 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Mount Aspiring National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Routeburn Shelter via Greymouth, Franz Josef and Info & Track Queenstown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 34m.

How far is it from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park?

The distance between Nelson and Mount Aspiring National Park is 639 km. The road distance is 879.5 km.

How do I travel from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park without a car is to bus which takes 22h 34m and costs $290 - $460.

How long does it take to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park bus from?

Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Nelson station.

Where does the Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park bus arrive?

Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Greymouth station.

Can I drive from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park is 880 km. It takes approximately 10h 35m to drive from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park.

Where can I stay near Mount Aspiring National Park?

There are three+ hotels available in Mount Aspiring National Park.

Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park - 5 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly from Nelson Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)plane NSN - ZQN
2. Take the bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Routeburn Shelterbus
7h 25m
$373–984
Drive 879.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Routeburn Sheltercar 879.5 km
10h 35m
$258–372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nelson to Greymouthbus
2. Take the bus from Greymouth to Franz Josefbus
3. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Queenstownbus
4. Take the bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Routeburn Shelterbus
22h 34m
$296–457
Shuttle, Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nelson to Christchurchshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Queenstownshuttle
3. Take the bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Routeburn Shelterbus
22h
$640–1,440
Bus to Woodbourne Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Nelson to Woodbournebus
2. Fly from Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)plane BHE - ZQN
3. Take the bus from Info & Track Queenstown to Routeburn Shelterbus
9h 57m
$386–1,085

Nelson to Mount Aspiring National Park by bus and foot

5Weekly Services

22h 34mAverage Duration

$296Cheapest Price

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Distance: 639 km
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Nelson, New Zealand and Mount Aspiring National Park, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Nelson to Routeburn Shelter via Greymouth, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Info & Track Queenstown, and Routeburn Shelter in around 22h 34m.

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