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

The cheapest way to get from Queenstown to Hokitika is to drive which costs $130 - $210 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Queenstown to Hokitika is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs $130 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Queenstown and Hokitika?

No, there is no direct bus from Queenstown to Hokitika. However, there are services departing from Queenstown and arriving at Hokitika via Franz Josef. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from Queenstown to Hokitika?

The distance between Queenstown and Hokitika is 533 km. The road distance is 484.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Queenstown to Hokitika without a car is to bus which takes 11h 35m and costs $200 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 11h 35m to get from Queenstown to Hokitika, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Queenstown to Hokitika bus from?

Queenstown to Hokitika bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Queenstown station.

Bus or fly from Queenstown to Hokitika?

The best way to get from Queenstown to Hokitika is to bus which takes 11h 35m and costs $200 - $290. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $700 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Queenstown to Hokitika bus arrive?

Queenstown to Hokitika bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Franz Josef station.

Can I drive from Queenstown to Hokitika?

Yes, the driving distance between Queenstown to Hokitika is 485 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Queenstown to Hokitika.

Where can I stay near Hokitika?

There are 87+ hotels available in Hokitika.

Queenstown to Hokitika - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and Tour

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There are 4 ways to get from Queenstown to Hokitika by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Queenstown to Franz Josefbus Queenstown - Franz Josef
2. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Hokitikabus Fox Glacier - Greymouth
11h 35m
$204–281
Fly
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1. Fly from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Hokitika (HKK)plane ZQN - HKK
7h 4m
$110–660
Drive 484.7 km
1. Drive from Queenstown to Hokitikacar 484.7 km
5h 35m
$140–202
Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Queenstown to Franz Josef / Waiaushuttle Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wanaka Small Group Tour
2. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Hokitikabus Fox Glacier - Greymouth
15h 30m
$310–375

Queenstown to Hokitika by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 35mAverage Duration

$204Cheapest Price

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Distance: 532.5 km
Duration: 11h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Queenstown to Hokitika via Franz Josef in around 11h 35m. Alternatively, Air New Zealand flies from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Hokitika (HKK) twice daily.

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