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

The cheapest way to get from Whanganui to Picton is to bus and car ferry which costs $140 - $190 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whanganui to Picton is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 47m and costs $180 - $210.

How far is it from Whanganui to Picton?

The distance between Whanganui and Picton is 292 km.

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

The best way to get from Whanganui to Picton without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 8h 29m and costs $140 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Whanganui to Picton, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Picton?

There are 168+ hotels available in Picton.

Whanganui to Picton - 2 ways to travel via car, car ferry, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Whanganui to Picton by car, car ferry, or bus

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Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Whanganui to Wellingtoncar
2. Take the carferry from Wellington to Pictoncarferry Wellington
5h 47m
$184–209
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Wellington - Centralbus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
2. Take the carferry from Wellington to Pictoncarferry Wellington
8h 29m
$145–190

Whanganui to Picton by bus and car ferry

7Weekly Services

8h 29mAverage Duration

$145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292 km
Duration: 5h 47m

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

There is no direct connection from Whanganui to Picton. However, you can drive to Wellington then take the car ferry to Picton. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Picton via Wellington - Central and Wellington in around 8h 29m.

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