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 $5 - $90 and takes 3h 30m.

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 once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Dunedin?

The distance between Invercargill and Dunedin is 227 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 30m and costs $5 - $90.

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

The bus from Invercargill to Dunedin takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Dunedin bus from?

Invercargill to Dunedin bus services, operated by Catch-A-Bus South, depart from Invercargill station.

Where does the Invercargill to Dunedin bus arrive?

Invercargill to Dunedin bus services, operated by Catch-A-Bus South, 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 285+ hotels available in Dunedin.

Invercargill to Dunedin - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and Tour

There are 3 ways to get from Invercargill to Dunedin by bus, car, or shuttle

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus Invercargill
3h 30m
$5–90
Drive 206 km
1. Drive from Invercargill to Dunedincar 206 km
2h 32m
$62–90
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Invercargill to Dunedinshuttle Invercargill to Dunedin via the Catlins
9h
$170–250

Invercargill to Dunedin by bus

14Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Invercargill to Dunedin.

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Catch-A-Bus South operates a bus from Invercargill to Dunedin once daily. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 3h 30m. InterCity also services this route once daily.

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