What is the cheapest way to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora?

The cheapest way to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora is to bus which costs $12 - $120 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora?

The fastest way to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $80 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Punakaiki and Rangiora?

No, there is no direct bus from Punakaiki to Rangiora. However, there are services departing from Punakaiki and arriving at Central Park and Ride via Greymouth and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Punakaiki to Rangiora?

The distance between Punakaiki and Rangiora is 316 km. The road distance is 282.9 km.

How do I travel from Punakaiki to Rangiora without a car?

The best way to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $12 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora?

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Punakaiki to Rangiora bus from?

Punakaiki to Rangiora bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Punakaiki station.

Where does the Punakaiki to Rangiora bus arrive?

Punakaiki to Rangiora bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Greymouth station.

Can I drive from Punakaiki to Rangiora?

Yes, the driving distance between Punakaiki to Rangiora is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Punakaiki to Rangiora.

Where can I stay near Rangiora?

There are 61+ hotels available in Rangiora.

Punakaiki to Rangiora - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora by bus, train, 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 Punakaiki to GreymouthGreymouth - Nelson
2. Take the bus from Greymouth to ChristchurchChristchurch - Greymouth
7h 15m
$12–113
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Punakaiki to GreymouthGreymouth - Nelson
2. Take the train from Greymouth to ChristchurchTranzAlpine
7h 55m
$290–855
Drive 282.9 km
1. Drive from Punakaiki to Rangiora282.9 km
3h 20m
$85–122
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Punakaiki to Christchurch International Airport
6h 19m
$96–113

Punakaiki to Rangiora by bus

5Weekly Buses

7h 15mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Punakaiki to Rangiora.

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Distance: 316.2 km
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Punakaiki, New Zealand and Rangiora, Canterbury, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Punakaiki to Central Park and Ride via Greymouth and Bus Interchange in around 7h 15m.

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