What is the cheapest way to get from Timaru to Picton?

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Picton is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Timaru to Picton?

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Picton is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Timaru and Picton?

No, there is no direct bus from Timaru to Picton. However, there are services departing from Timaru and arriving at Picton via Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Timaru to Picton?

The distance between Timaru and Picton is 426 km. The road distance is 492.7 km.

How do I travel from Timaru to Picton without a car?

The best way to get from Timaru to Picton without a car is to bus which takes 9h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Timaru to Picton?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Timaru to Picton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Timaru to Picton bus from?

Timaru to Picton bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Timaru station.

Bus or fly from Timaru to Picton?

The best way to get from Timaru to Picton is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $150 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Timaru to Picton bus arrive?

Timaru to Picton bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Timaru to Picton?

Yes, the driving distance between Timaru to Picton is 493 km. It takes approximately 6h 9m to drive from Timaru to Picton.

Where can I stay near Picton?

There are 167+ hotels available in Picton.

Timaru to Picton - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Timaru to Picton by plane, bus, train, car, or car ferry

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Fly to Woodbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)plane TIU - BHE
5h 41m
$156–755
Drive 492.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Timaru to Pictoncar 492.7 km
6h 9m
$144–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Dunedin
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Pictonbus Christchurch - Picton
9h 35m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Dunedin
2. Take the train from Rangiora to Pictontrain Coastal Pacific
10h 45m
Fly to Wellington, car ferry
1. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Wellington (WLG)plane TIU - WLG
2. Take the car ferry from Wellington to Pictoncarferry
6h 52m
$257–695
Fly to Nelson Airport, bus
1. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Nelson Airport (NSN)plane TIU - NSN
2. Take the bus from Nelson to Pictonbus
7h 49m
$165–765

Timaru (TIU) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE) flights

15Weekly Planes

6h 12mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 426 km
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Timaru, New Zealand and Picton, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Timaru (TIU) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Timaru to Picton via Christchurch in around 9h 35m.

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