What is the cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay?

The fastest way to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Wānaka and Blanket Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Wānaka to Blanket Bay. However, there are services departing from Wanaka and arriving at SH88, District Rd via Cromwell and SH88, Logan Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Wānaka to Blanket Bay?

The distance between Wānaka and Blanket Bay is 289 km. The road distance is 251.5 km.

How do I travel from Wānaka to Blanket Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay without a car is to bus via SH88, Logan Park which takes 6h 6m and costs $55 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wānaka to Blanket Bay bus from?

Wānaka to Blanket Bay bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Wanaka station.

Where does the Wānaka to Blanket Bay bus arrive?

Wānaka to Blanket Bay bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Cromwell station.

Can I drive from Wānaka to Blanket Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Wānaka to Blanket Bay is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Wānaka to Blanket Bay.

Where can I stay near Blanket Bay?

There are 295+ hotels available in Blanket Bay.

Wānaka to Blanket Bay - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Wānaka to Blanket Bay by bus or car

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Bus via SH88, Logan Park
best
1. Take the bus from Wanaka to Cromwellbus Queenstown - Franz Josef
2. Take the bus from Cromwell to Otago Universitybus Queenstown - Dunedin
6h 6m
$55–99
Drive 251.5 km
1. Drive from Wānaka to Blanket Baycar 251.5 km
3h 50m
$73–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wanaka to Cromwellbus Queenstown - Franz Josef
2. Take the bus from Cromwell to Dunedinbus Queenstown - Dunedin
6h 15m
$58–105

Wānaka to Blanket Bay by bus and foot

2Weekly Services

6h 6mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Wānaka, New Zealand and Blanket Bay, Otago, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Wanaka to SH88, District Rd via Cromwell, Otago University, and SH88, Logan Park in around 6h 6m.

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