What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson to Queenstown?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Queenstown is to drive which costs $230 - $340 and takes 9h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson to Queenstown?

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Queenstown is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $300 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Queenstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Queenstown. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Queenstown via Blenheim and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 10m.

How far is it from Nelson to Queenstown?

The distance between Nelson and Queenstown is 568 km. The road distance is 808.9 km.

How do I travel from Nelson to Queenstown without a car?

The best way to get from Nelson to Queenstown without a car is to bus which takes 17h 10m and costs $190 - $350.

How long does it take to get from Nelson to Queenstown?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Nelson to Queenstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Queenstown bus from?

Nelson to Queenstown bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Nelson station.

Bus or fly from Nelson to Queenstown?

The best way to get from Nelson to Queenstown is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $300 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $350 and takes 17h 10m.

Where does the Nelson to Queenstown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Queenstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Queenstown is 809 km. It takes approximately 9h 30m to drive from Nelson to Queenstown.

How do I get a bus ticket from Nelson to Queenstown?

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Where can I stay near Queenstown?

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Nelson to Queenstown - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 7 ways to get from Nelson to Queenstown by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Fly from Nelson Airport
best
1. Fly from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)plane NSN - ZQN
4h 55m
$303–914
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nelson to Blenheimbus
2. Take the bus from Blenheim to Christchurchbus
3. Take the bus from Christchurch to Queenstownbus
17h 10m
$197–350
Drive 808.9 km
1. Drive from Nelson to Queenstowncar 808.9 km
9h 30m
$234–338
Shuttle, Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nelson to Christchurchshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Queenstownshuttle Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook & Tekapo Small Group Tour
19h 30m
$570–1,370
Bus to Woodbourne Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Nelson to Woodbournebus
2. Fly from Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)plane BHE - ZQN
7h 27m
$306–965
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nelson to Blenheimbus
2. Take the train from Blenheim to Christchurchtrain
3. Take the bus from Rolleston to Queenstownbus
18h
$333–790
Bus via Franz Josef
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
20h 4m
$226–387

Nelson to Queenstown by bus

7Weekly Buses

17h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 568.2 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Nelson, New Zealand and Queenstown, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nelson to Queenstown via Blenheim and Christchurch in around 17h 10m.

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