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

The cheapest way to get from Dunedin to Nelson is to bus which costs $50 - $200 and takes 15h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunedin to Nelson is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $330 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Dunedin and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunedin to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Dunedin and arriving at Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

How far is it from Dunedin to Nelson?

The distance between Dunedin and Nelson is 606 km. The road distance is 767.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunedin to Nelson without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 12h 30m and costs $210 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Dunedin to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunedin to Nelson bus from?

Dunedin to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Dunedin station.

Bus or fly from Dunedin to Nelson?

The best way to get from Dunedin to Nelson is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $330 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $200 and takes 15h 20m.

Where does the Dunedin to Nelson bus arrive?

Dunedin to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Dunedin to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunedin to Nelson is 768 km. It takes approximately 9h 26m to drive from Dunedin to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 248+ hotels available in Nelson.

Dunedin to Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, shuttle, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Dunedin to Nelson by plane, bus, shuttle, car, 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 Dunedin (DUD) to Nelson Airport (NSN)plane DUD - NSN
5h 7m
$339–926
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurchbus
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheimbus
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus
15h 20m
$50–198
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Dunedin
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelsonshuttle
12h 30m
$219–1,068
Drive 767.7 km
1. Drive from Dunedin to Nelsoncar 767.7 km
9h 26m
$224–324
Fly to Woodbourne Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dunedin (DUD) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)plane DUD - BHE
2. Take the bus from Woodbourne to Nelsonbus
9h 4m
$515–931
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurchbus
2. Take the train from Rangiora to Blenheimtrain
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus
16h 32m
$247–676

Dunedin to Nelson by bus

7Weekly Buses

15h 20mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunedin to Nelson.

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Distance: 605.9 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly from Dunedin (DUD) to Nelson Airport (NSN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunedin to Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim in around 15h 20m.

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