How to travel from Rotorua to Blenheim, New Zealand
The distance between Rotorua and Blenheim is around 481km (299 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 60m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Rotorua to Blenheim by plane, taxi, bus, 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 Blenheim → Rotorua if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Blenheim (BHE).
- Duration1h 60m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical costNZ$185($115)
1 similiar route
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Bus to Wellington - Central, Ferry
Take the bus to Wellington - Central then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration11h 20m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costNZ$150($95)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Hamilton - Central then take the train to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration14h 15m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costNZ$355($215)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton.
- Duration9h 15m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical costNZ$170($105)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rotorua and Blenheim
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Rotorua to Blenheim by plane, taxi, bus, ferry, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around NZ$150 ($95) and will take around 11h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$185 ($115).
The distance between Rotorua and Blenheim is around 481km (299 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 423km (263 miles)
It takes around 1h 60m to get from Rotorua and Blenheim by plane.
The quickest way to get from Rotorua to Blenheim is to fly which takes around 1h 60m and will set you back approx NZ$185 ($115).
The cheapest way to travel between Rotorua and Blenheim is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around NZ$150 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Rotorua and Blenheim. We recommend that you fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Blenheim (BHE). instead which will take 1h 60m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Rotorua and Blenheim. We recommend that you fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Blenheim (BHE). instead which will take 1h 60m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Rotorua and Blenheim. Flights depart from Rotorua (ROT) and arrive at Blenheim (BHE) - via Wellington (WLG). The flight takes around 1h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Rotorua to Blenheim. There is however a flight that goes via Wellington (WLG). This services will take at least 1h 60m (not including layover time).
The flight from Rotorua to Blenheim typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Rotorua (ROT) 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 Rotorua to Blenheim. We recommend that you fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Blenheim (BHE). instead which will take 1h 60m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rotorua to Blenheim is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 60m and will usually cost around NZ$185 ($115).
Compare travel optionsbetween Rotorua and Blenheim
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 1h 60m | NZ$185($115) | 4 times a week | 481km (299 miles) |
| Taxi and Plane | 2h 45m | NZ$575($350) | 4 times a week | 582km (362 miles) |
Bus to Wellington - Central, Ferry + 1 similar | 11h 20m | NZ$150($95) | 4 times a week | 603km (375 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 12h 40m | NZ$155($95) | once daily | 622km (386 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry | 14h 15m | NZ$355($215) | 3 times a week | 812km (505 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 9h 15m | NZ$170($105) | 4 times a day | 578km (359 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