What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Canberra is to fly and bus which costs $360 - $700 and takes 9h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Canberra is to fly which takes 8h 37m and costs $550 - $800.

How far is it from Wellington to Canberra?

The distance between Wellington and Canberra is 2341 km.

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Canberra?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Wellington to Canberra, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Wellington and Canberra?

Canberra is 2h behind Wellington. It is currently 7:15 AM in Wellington and 5:15 AM in Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 958+ hotels available in Canberra.

Wellington to Canberra - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Wellington to Canberra by plane or bus

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Fly to Canberra International Airport
best
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane WLG - CBR
8h 37m
$558–765
Fly to Sydney International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane WLG - SYD
2. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus
9h 36m
$361–664

Wellington (WLG) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) flights

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7h 7mAverage Duration

$182Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,340.6 km
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Wellington, New Zealand and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Qantas and Air New Zealand fly from Wellington (WLG) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) 3 times a day.

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