How to travel from Westport to Russell, New Zealand
The distance between Westport and Russell is around 1,008km (626 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 35m.
2 routes found
We've found 2 different ways to get from Westport to Russell by plane, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Russell → Westport if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Westport (WSZ) to Kerikeri (KKE) then take a ferry to Okiato.
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical costNZ$300($185)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Picton then take a ferry to Wellington then drive to Russell.
- Duration18hrs
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costNZ$400($245)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Westport and Russell
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Westport to Russell by plane, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take a ferry which costs around NZ$300 ($185) and will take around 3h 35m.
The distance between Westport and Russell 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 Westport and Russell by plane and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Westport to Russell is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx NZ$300 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Westport and Russell is to fly and then take a ferry which will typically cost around NZ$300 ($185) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Westport and Russell. We recommend that you fly from Westport (WSZ) to Kerikeri (KKE) then take a ferry to Okiato. instead which will take 3h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Westport and Russell. We recommend that you fly from Westport (WSZ) to Kerikeri (KKE) then take a ferry to Okiato. instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Westport to Russell. We recommend that you fly from Westport (WSZ) to Kerikeri (KKE) then take a ferry to Okiato. instead which will take 3h 35m.
The closest major airport to Russell is Kerikeri Airport (KKE) (KKE) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Russell. Whangarei Airport (WRE) (WRE) and Auckland Airport (AKL) (AKL) 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 Westport to Russell. We recommend that you fly from Westport (WSZ) to Kerikeri (KKE) then take a ferry to Okiato. instead which will take 3h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Westport to Russell is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around NZ$300 ($185).
Compare travel optionsbetween Westport and Russell
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry | 3h 35m | NZ$300($185) | every 10 mins | 1,008km (626 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 18hrs | NZ$400($245) | every 20 mins | 1,277km (794 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Westport and Russell
Airlines
Sounds Air
Ferry operators
Fullers GreatSights
Airports near Russell
The following major airports near Russell offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Kerikeri Airport (KKE)
- Distance
- 19km (12 miles) from Russell
Whangarei Airport (WRE)
- Distance
- 60km (37 miles) from Russell
Auckland Airport (AKL)
- Distance
- 203km (126 miles) from Russell