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

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Nelson is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Nelson is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Timaru and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Timaru to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Timaru and arriving at Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

How far is it from Timaru to Nelson?

The distance between Timaru and Nelson is 393 km. The road distance is 571.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Timaru to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 11h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Timaru to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Timaru to Nelson bus from?

Timaru to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Timaru station.

Bus or fly from Timaru to Nelson?

The best way to get from Timaru to Nelson is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $150 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 50m.

Where does the Timaru to Nelson bus arrive?

Timaru to Nelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Timaru to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Timaru to Nelson is 572 km. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Timaru to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 371+ hotels available in Nelson.

Timaru to Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Timaru to Nelson by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Fly to Nelson Airport
best
1. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Nelson Airport (NSN)plane TIU - NSN
4h 28m
$159–759
Bus
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Christchurchbus
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheimbus
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus
11h 50m
Drive 571.6 km
1. Drive from Timaru to Nelsoncar 571.6 km
7h 1m
$176–254
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Dunedin
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelsonshuttle
9h
Fly to Woodbourne Airport, bus
1. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)plane TIU - BHE
2. Take the bus from Woodbourne to Nelsonbus
6h 41m
$182–910
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Christchurchbus
2. Take the train from Rangiora to Blenheimtrain
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus
13h 2m

Timaru (TIU) to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights

26Weekly Planes

5h 35mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 393 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

Air New Zealand flies from Timaru (TIU) to Nelson Airport (NSN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Timaru to Nelson via Christchurch and Blenheim in around 11h 50m.

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