The distance between Arthur's Pass and Blenheim is around 396km (246 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 5hrs.
We've found 3 different ways to get from Arthur's Pass to Blenheim by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Blenheim → Arthur's Pass if you're planning a return trip.
Take the train to Christchurch and then to Blenheim.
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Take the bus to Christchurch and then to Blenheim.
Multiple bus operators
There are several options for getting from Arthur's Pass to Blenheim by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around NZ$88 ($54) and will take around 8h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$88 ($54).
The distance between Arthur's Pass and Blenheim is around 396km (246 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 253km (157 miles)
It takes around 7h 15m to get from Arthur's Pass and Blenheim by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Arthur's Pass to Blenheim is to drive which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx NZ$88 ($54).
The cheapest way to travel between Arthur's Pass and Blenheim, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around NZ$88 ($54) for a standard one-way ticket.
Yes there is a train service that runs between Arthur's Pass and Blenheim. It typically takes around 7h 15m and departs 4 times a week.
There are no direct train services that runs from Arthur's Pass to Blenheim. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Christchurch. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 7h 15m.
KiwiRail TranzAlpine and KiwiRail run train services between Arthur's Pass and Blenheim. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 7h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Arthur's Pass and Blenheim. It typically takes around 8h 20m and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Arthur's Pass to Blenheim. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Christchurch. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 8h 20m.
Atomic Travel and InterCity run regular bus services between Arthur's Pass and Blenheim. Buses run once daily and take around 8h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Arthur's Pass to Blenheim. We recommend that you take the train to Christchurch and then to Blenheim. instead which will take 7h 15m.
The closest major airport to Blenheim is Woodbourne Airport (BHE) (BHE) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Blenheim. Picton Aerodrome (PCN) (PCN) and Wellington International Airport (WLG) (WLG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Yes it is possible to drive from Arthur's Pass and Blenheim. The distance is around 396km (246 miles) by road and it will take around 5hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Arthur's Pass to Blenheim is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 15m and will usually cost around NZ$260 ($160).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
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Train | 7h 15m | NZ$260($160) | 4 times a week | 452km (281 miles) |
Bus | 8h 20m | NZ$88($54) | once daily | 467km (290 miles) |
Drive | 5hrs | NZ$88($54) | on demand | 396km (246 miles) |
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The following major airports near Blenheim offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.