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

The cheapest way to get from Dunedin to Oamaru is to bus which costs $5 - $55 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunedin to Oamaru is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Dunedin and Oamaru?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dunedin and arriving at Oamaru. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dunedin and Oamaru?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunedin and arriving at Oamaru. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Dunedin to Oamaru?

The distance between Dunedin and Oamaru is 112 km. The road distance is 112.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunedin to Oamaru without a car is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $5 - $55.

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

The bus from Dunedin to Oamaru takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Dunedin to Oamaru bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunedin to Oamaru train from?

Dunedin to Oamaru train services, operated by Dunedin Railways, depart from Dunedin station.

Train or bus from Dunedin to Oamaru?

The best way to get from Dunedin to Oamaru is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $5 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $95 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Dunedin to Oamaru bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunedin to Oamaru train arrive?

Dunedin to Oamaru train services, operated by Dunedin Railways, arrive at Oamaru station.

Can I drive from Dunedin to Oamaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunedin to Oamaru is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Dunedin to Oamaru.

Where can I stay near Oamaru?

There are 87+ hotels available in Oamaru.

Dunedin to Oamaru - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dunedin to Oamaru by bus, train, or car

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Dunedin to Oamaru by bus

15Weekly Buses

1h 40mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunedin to Oamaru.

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Distance: 111.9 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

InterCity operates a bus from Dunedin to Oamaru twice daily. Tickets cost $5–55 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Dunedin Railways operates a train from Dunedin to Oamaru once a week. Tickets cost $75–95 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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