How to travel from Blenheim to Coromandel, New Zealand
The distance between Blenheim and Coromandel is around 761km (473 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then drive which takes around 11h 45m.
2 routes found
We've found 2 different ways to get from Blenheim to Coromandel by ferry, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Coromandel → Blenheim if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry, Train and Car
Take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the train to Papakura then drive to Coromandel.
- Duration15h 30m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costNZ$345($210)
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Wellington then drive to Coromandel.
- Duration11h 45m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costNZ$210($130)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Blenheim and Coromandel
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Blenheim to Coromandel by ferry, train and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around NZ$210 ($130) and will take around 11h 45m.
The distance between Blenheim and Coromandel is around 761km (473 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 545km (339 miles)
It takes around 15h 30m to get from Blenheim and Coromandel by ferry, train and car.
The quickest way to get from Blenheim to Coromandel is to take a ferry and then drive which takes around 11h 45m and will set you back approx NZ$210 ($130).
The cheapest way to travel between Blenheim and Coromandel is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around NZ$210 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Blenheim and Coromandel. We recommend that you take a ferry to Wellington then drive to Coromandel. instead which will take 11h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Blenheim and Coromandel. We recommend that you take a ferry to Wellington then drive to Coromandel. instead which will take 11h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Blenheim to Coromandel. We recommend that you take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the train to Papakura then drive to Coromandel. instead which will take 15h 30m.
The closest major airport to Coromandel is Auckland Airport (AKL) (AKL) which is approximately 69km (43 miles) from Coromandel. Tauranga City Airport (TRG) (TRG) and Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) (HLZ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Blenheim to Coromandel. We recommend that you take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the train to Papakura then drive to Coromandel. instead which will take 15h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Blenheim to Coromandel is to take a ferry, then take the train and then drive which takes, on average, 15h 30m and will usually cost around NZ$345 ($210).
Compare travel optionsbetween Blenheim and Coromandel
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry, Train and Car | 15h 30m | NZ$345($210) | 3 times a week | 915km (568 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 11h 45m | NZ$210($130) | every 20 mins | 761km (473 miles) |
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Airlines
Airports near Coromandel
The following major airports near Coromandel offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Auckland Airport (AKL)
- Distance
- 69km (43 miles) from Coromandel
Tauranga City Airport (TRG)
- Distance
- 119km (74 miles) from Coromandel
Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)
- Distance
- 124km (77 miles) from Coromandel