What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru?

The fastest way to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Cook Village and Timaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Cook Village to Timaru. However, there are services departing from Haka House Mt Cook and arriving at Timaru via Ashburton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Mount Cook Village to Timaru?

The distance between Mount Cook Village and Timaru is 320 km. The road distance is 209.3 km.

How do I travel from Mount Cook Village to Timaru without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru without a car is to bus which takes 5h 49m and costs $100 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Cook Village to Timaru bus from?

Mount Cook Village to Timaru bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Haka House Mt Cook station.

Where does the Mount Cook Village to Timaru bus arrive?

Mount Cook Village to Timaru bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Ashburton station.

Can I drive from Mount Cook Village to Timaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Cook Village to Timaru is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Mount Cook Village to Timaru.

Where can I stay near Timaru?

There are 76+ hotels available in Timaru.

Mount Cook Village to Timaru - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru by bus or car

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 Haka House Mt Cook to AshburtonChristchurch - Queenstown
2. Take the bus from Ashburton to TimaruChristchurch - Dunedin
5h 49m
$100–180
Drive 209.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Cook Village to Timaru209.3 km
2h 26m
$62–90

Mount Cook Village to Timaru by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 49mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mount Cook Village to Timaru.

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Distance: 320.2 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Mount Cook Village, New Zealand and Timaru, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Haka House Mt Cook to Timaru via Ashburton in around 5h 49m.

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