Direct flights from Timaru airport regularly connect the Central South Island with New Zealand's capital Wellington. Located only 8 kilometers from the central business area, the airport is within easy commuting distance of Timaru.

The region is within 2 hours easy travel by road to two international airports, Christchurch and Dunedin.

Please visit Air New Zealand for flight schedules and prices online.

By Bus: - Back to Top

The Central South Island region is well serviced by coaches operating into and around the region. The following companies provide regular services to the region:

Atomic Shuttles
Supa Kut Price Shuttles
South Island Connections
Knightrider Bus Services
Kiwilink Shuttles
Budget Buses
Catch-A-Bus
SBT Shuttles
Intercity Coachlines
Ritchies Coachlines

Self Drive: - Back to Top

With its comparatively low traffic density and spectacular countryside, New Zealand is an ideal destination for those who like being on the road. If you want to be self-sufficient, a rental car is a great way to see the country. Road conditions are excellent with good quality and uncongested, a few gravel roads exist in rural areas.  New Zealander’s drive on the left hand side of the road. To get an idea of average drive times to see the table below.

Travel Times and Distances
.	Timaru	Waimate	Christchurch	Queenstown	Dunedin	Mt Cook
Timaru	0	35mins 45km	2hrs 162km	4.5hrs 337km	2.5hrs 199km	2.5hrs 213km
Waimate	35mins 45km	0	2.5hr 207km	4hrs 273km	2hrs 153km	2.5hrs 209km

(times allow for ‘comfort’ stops but not sightseeing)