How to travel from Hastings to Blenheim, New Zealand
The distance between Hastings and Blenheim is around 382km (238 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 55m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Hastings to Blenheim by bus, ferry, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Blenheim → Hastings if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Napier (NPE) to Blenheim (BHE).
- Duration1h 55m
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical costNZ$305($185)
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Wellington - Central then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration9h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costNZ$140($86)
Multiple operators
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Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Palmerston North then take the train to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration8h 25m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNZ$180($110)
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration7h 35m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical costNZ$140($85)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hastings and Blenheim
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hastings to Blenheim by bus, ferry, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around NZ$135 ($83) and will take around 9h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$305 ($185).
The distance between Hastings and Blenheim is around 382km (238 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 321km (199 miles)
It takes around 9h 10m to get from Hastings and Blenheim by bus and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Hastings to Blenheim is to fly which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx NZ$305 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Hastings and Blenheim is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around NZ$135 ($83) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Hastings and Blenheim. We recommend that you fly from Napier (NPE) to Blenheim (BHE). instead which will take 1h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hastings and Blenheim. We recommend that you fly from Napier (NPE) to Blenheim (BHE). instead which will take 1h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Hastings and Blenheim. Flights depart from Napier (NPE) and arrive at Blenheim (BHE) - via Wellington (WLG). The flight takes around 1h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Hastings to Blenheim. There is however a flight that goes via Wellington (WLG). This services will take at least 1h 55m (not including layover time).
The flight from Hastings to Blenheim typically takes around 1h 30m. Flights depart from Napier (NPE) and and arrive into Blenheim (BHE).
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.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Hastings to Blenheim. We recommend that you take the bus to Wellington - Central then take a ferry to Picton. instead which will take 9h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hastings to Blenheim is to take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 9h 10m and will usually cost around NZ$140 ($86).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hastings and Blenheim
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 1h 55m | NZ$305($185) | 4 times a week | 382km (238 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 9h 10m | NZ$140($86) | once daily | 443km (275 miles) |
| Bus to Wellington - Central, Ferry | 9h 25m | NZ$135($83) | 4 times a week | 429km (267 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry | 8h 25m | NZ$180($110) | 4 times a week | 441km (274 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 7h 35m | NZ$140($85) | 4 times a day | 433km (269 miles) |
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Airports near Blenheim
The following major airports near Blenheim offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
- Distance
- 7km (4 miles) from Blenheim
Picton Aerodrome (PCN)
- Distance
- 19km (12 miles) from Blenheim
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
- Distance
- 74km (46 miles) from Blenheim