What is the cheapest way to get from Whataroa to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Whataroa to Nelson is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whataroa to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Whataroa to Nelson is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Whataroa and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Whataroa to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Harihari and arriving at Nelson via Greymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Whataroa to Nelson?

The distance between Whataroa and Nelson is 459 km. The road distance is 421.4 km.

How do I travel from Whataroa to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Whataroa to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 9h 22m and costs $140 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Whataroa to Nelson?

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Whataroa to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whataroa to Nelson bus from?

Whataroa to Nelson bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Harihari station.

Where does the Whataroa to Nelson bus arrive?

Whataroa to Nelson bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Greymouth station.

Can I drive from Whataroa to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Whataroa to Nelson is 421 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Whataroa to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 370+ hotels available in Nelson.

Whataroa to Nelson - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Whataroa to Nelson by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Harihari to Greymouthbus Fox Glacier - Greymouth
2. Take the bus from Greymouth to Nelsonbus Greymouth - Nelson
9h 22m
$149–262
Drive 421.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Whataroa to Nelsoncar 421.4 km
5h 2m
$129–187
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Whataroa to Hokitikabus
2. Fly from Hokitika (HKK) to Nelson Airport (NSN)plane HKK - NSN
7h 3m
$178–763

Hokitika (HKK) to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights

10Weekly Planes

4h 5mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 459 km
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between Whataroa, West Coast, New Zealand and Nelson, New Zealand?

You can take a vehicle from Whataroa to Nelson via Harihari and Greymouth in around 9h 22m.

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