How to travel from Blenheim to Napier, New Zealand
The distance between Blenheim and Napier is around 367km (228 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 35m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Blenheim to Napier by plane, ferry, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Napier → Blenheim if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Blenheim (BHE) to Napier (NPE).
- Duration1h 35m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical costNZ$275($165)
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the bus to Napier.
- Duration9h 40m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costNZ$130($81)
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Ferry, Train and Bus
Take a ferry to Wellington - Central then take the train to Palmerston North then take the bus to Napier.
- Duration8h 50m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNZ$175($105)
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Wellington then drive to Napier.
- Duration8hrs
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costNZ$140($87)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Blenheim and Napier
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Blenheim to Napier by plane, ferry, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around NZ$130 ($81) and will take around 9h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$275 ($165).
The distance between Blenheim and Napier is around 367km (228 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 336km (209 miles)
It takes around 1h 35m to get from Blenheim and Napier by plane.
The quickest way to get from Blenheim to Napier is to fly which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx NZ$275 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Blenheim and Napier is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around NZ$130 ($81) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Blenheim and Napier. We recommend that you fly from Blenheim (BHE) to Napier (NPE). instead which will take 1h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Blenheim and Napier. We recommend that you fly from Blenheim (BHE) to Napier (NPE). instead which will take 1h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Blenheim and Napier. Flights depart from Blenheim (BHE) and arrive at Napier (NPE) - via Wellington (WLG). The flight takes around 1h 25m.
There is no direct flight from Blenheim to Napier. There is however a flight that goes via Wellington (WLG). This services will take at least 1h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Blenheim to Napier typically takes around 1h 25m. Flights depart from Blenheim (BHE) and and arrive into Napier (NPE).
The closest major airport to Napier is Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) (NPE) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Napier. Taupo Airport (TUO) (TUO) and Palmerston North International Airport (PMR) (PMR) 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 Napier. We recommend that you fly from Blenheim (BHE) to Napier (NPE). instead which will take 1h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Blenheim to Napier is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 35m and will usually cost around NZ$275 ($165).
Compare travel optionsbetween Blenheim and Napier
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 1h 35m | NZ$275($165) | 4 times a week | 367km (228 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 9h 40m | NZ$130($81) | once daily | 452km (281 miles) |
| Ferry to Wellington, Bus | 10h 20m | NZ$135($83) | 4 times a week | 450km (279 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Bus | 8h 50m | NZ$175($105) | 4 times a week | 452km (281 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 8hrs | NZ$140($87) | every 20 mins | 453km (281 miles) |
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Airports near Napier
The following major airports near Napier offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Napier
Taupo Airport (TUO)
- Distance
- 111km (69 miles) from Napier
Palmerston North International Airport (PMR)
- Distance
- 144km (89 miles) from Napier