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

The cheapest way to get from Arrowtown to Nelson is to bus which costs $26 - $270 and takes 18h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arrowtown to Nelson is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $320 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Arrowtown and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Arrowtown to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Ramshaw Lane, 47 and arriving at Nelson via Frankton Bus Interchange, Rolleston, Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 43m.

How far is it from Arrowtown to Nelson?

The distance between Arrowtown and Nelson is 569 km. The road distance is 795.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Arrowtown to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 18h 43m and costs $26 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Arrowtown to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arrowtown to Nelson bus from?

Arrowtown to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Frankton Bus Interchange station.

Bus or fly from Arrowtown to Nelson?

The best way to get from Arrowtown to Nelson is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $320 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $270 and takes 18h 43m.

Where does the Arrowtown to Nelson bus arrive?

Arrowtown to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Rolleston station.

Can I drive from Arrowtown to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Arrowtown to Nelson is 796 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Arrowtown to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 381+ hotels available in Nelson.

Arrowtown to Nelson - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and Tour

There are 7 ways to get from Arrowtown to Nelson by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Nelson Airport
best
1. Fly from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Nelson Airport (NSN)plane ZQN - NSN
5h 22m
$320–970
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Rollestonbus
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheimbus
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus
18h 43m
$26–270
Drive 795.8 km
1. Drive from Arrowtown to Nelsoncar 795.8 km
9h 19m
$239–345
Tour, shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Queenstown to Christchurchshuttle Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelsonshuttle
20h 26m
$528–1,409
Fly to Woodbourne Airport, bus
1. Fly from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)plane ZQN - BHE
2. Take the bus from Woodbourne to Nelsonbus
7h 14m
$405–1,075
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Rollestonbus
2. Take the train from Christchurch to Blenheimtrain
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus
18h 54m
$315–785
Bus via Franz Josef
1. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Franz Josefbus
2. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Greymouthbus
3. Take the bus from Greymouth to Nelsonbus
20h 42m
$225–385

Arrowtown to Nelson by bus

7Weekly Buses

18h 43mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arrowtown to Nelson.

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Distance: 569 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Arrowtown, New Zealand and Nelson, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Nelson Airport (NSN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ramshaw Lane, 47 to Nelson via Frankton Bus Interchange, Rolleston, Bus Interchange, Christchurch, and Blenheim in around 18h 43m.

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