How to travel from Russell to Westport, New Zealand
The distance between Russell and Westport is around 1,008km (626 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 3h 35m.
2 routes found
We've found 2 different ways to get from Russell to Westport by ferry, plane and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Westport → Russell if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Opua then fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Westport (WSZ).
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical costNZ$380($235)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton then drive to Westport.
- Duration17h 50m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical costNZ$400($245)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Russell and Westport
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Russell to Westport by ferry, plane and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then fly which costs around NZ$380 ($235) and will take around 3h 35m.
The distance between Russell and Westport is around 1,008km (626 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 754km (469 miles)
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Russell and Westport by ferry and plane.
The quickest way to get from Russell to Westport is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx NZ$380 ($235).
The cheapest way to travel between Russell and Westport is to take a ferry and then fly which will typically cost around NZ$380 ($235) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Russell and Westport. We recommend that you take a ferry to Opua then fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Westport (WSZ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Russell and Westport. We recommend that you take a ferry to Opua then fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Westport (WSZ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Russell to Westport. We recommend that you take a ferry to Opua then fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Westport (WSZ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
The closest major airport to Westport is Westport Airport (WSZ) (WSZ) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Westport. Christchurch International Airport (CHC) (CHC) 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 Russell to Westport. We recommend that you take a ferry to Opua then fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Westport (WSZ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Russell to Westport is to take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around NZ$380 ($235).
Compare travel optionsbetween Russell and Westport
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane | 3h 35m | NZ$380($235) | every 10 mins | 1,008km (626 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 17h 50m | NZ$400($245) | 4 times a day | 1,277km (794 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Russell and Westport
Ferry operators
Fullers GreatSights
Airlines
Sounds Air
Airports near Westport
The following major airports near Westport offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Westport Airport (WSZ)
- Distance
- 3km (2 miles) from Westport
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
- Distance
- 207km (129 miles) from Westport
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
- Distance
- 271km (169 miles) from Westport