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

The cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Dunedin is to bus which costs $65 - $85 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Invercargill to Dunedin is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Invercargill and Dunedin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Invercargill and arriving at Dunedin. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Dunedin?

The distance between Invercargill and Dunedin is 224 km. The road distance is 206 km.

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

The best way to get from Invercargill to Dunedin without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $65 - $85.

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

The bus from Invercargill to Dunedin takes 3h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Dunedin bus from?

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

Where does the Invercargill to Dunedin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Invercargill to Dunedin?

Yes, the driving distance between Invercargill to Dunedin is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Invercargill to Dunedin.

Where can I stay near Dunedin?

There are 296+ hotels available in Dunedin.

Invercargill to Dunedin - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and Tour

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There are 4 ways to get from Invercargill to Dunedin by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus Dunedin - Invercargill
3h 55m
$65–85
Drive 206 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Invercargill to Dunedincar 206 km
2h 32m
$63–90
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Invercargill to Dunedinshuttle Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins
9h
$150–250
Bus via Mosgiel
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Mosgielbus Invercargill
4h 5m
$71–89

Invercargill to Dunedin by bus

14Weekly Buses

3h 55mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.4 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

InterCity operates a bus from Invercargill to Dunedin once daily. Tickets cost $14–40 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Catch-A-Bus South also services this route once daily.

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