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

The cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Nelson is to bus which costs $75 - $300 and takes 20h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Invercargill to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $140 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Invercargill and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Invercargill to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Invercargill and arriving at Nelson via Dunedin, Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 2m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Nelson?

The distance between Invercargill and Nelson is 700 km. The road distance is 981.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Invercargill to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 20h 2m and costs $75 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Invercargill to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Nelson bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Invercargill to Nelson?

The best way to get from Invercargill to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $140 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $300 and takes 20h 2m.

Where does the Invercargill to Nelson bus arrive?

Invercargill to Nelson bus services, operated by Catch-A-Bus South, arrive at Dunedin station.

Can I drive from Invercargill to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Invercargill to Nelson is 981 km. It takes approximately 11h 28m to drive from Invercargill to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 381+ hotels available in Nelson.

Invercargill to Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and Tour

There are 6 ways to get from Invercargill 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
best
1. Fly from Invercargill (IVC) to Nelson Airport (NSN)IVC - NSN
3h 53m
$142–727
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedin
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurch
3. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
4. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelson
20h 2m
$79–298
Drive 981.2 km
1. Drive from Invercargill to Nelson981.2 km
11h 28m
$290–418
Bus, Tour, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Queenstown
2. Take a shuttle bus from Queenstown to Christchurch
3. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelson
23h 8m
$575–1,475
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedin
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Rolleston
3. Take the train from Christchurch to Blenheim
4. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelson
20h 41m
$543–1,007
Bus via Franz Josef
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Queenstown
2. Take the bus from Queenstown to Franz Josef
3. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Greymouth
4. Take the bus from Greymouth to Nelson
23h 43m
$270–450

Invercargill to Nelson by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

20h 2mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Invercargill to Nelson.

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Distance: 699.7 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

Air New Zealand flies from Invercargill (IVC) to Nelson Airport (NSN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Invercargill to Nelson via Dunedin, Dunedin, Christchurch, and Blenheim in around 20h 2m.

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