How many ks from Blenheim to Picton?
Distance between Picton and Blenheim is 435 KM / 270.9 miles.
Where do you stop Blenheim and Kaikoura?
Some of the best stops between the two destinations include Kaikoura Lavender Farm, Black Sand Beach, and the Blenheim wineries. Of course, if time allows, spending the night in Blenheim is highly recommended.
How far is Picton from Nelson?
86 miles
The drive from Picton to Nelson is 138.6 km (86 miles) and will take around 2 hours without stops.
How long does it take to drive around the South Island of New Zealand?
The South Island is marginally larger at 840km, taking up to 14 hours in perfect driving conditions, from the ferry port of Picton to the appropriately dubbed Bluff, balancing on the bottom edge.
How do I get from Blenheim to Nelson?
Catch an InterCity bus Blenheim to Nelson. Your journey to Nelson will take approximately 2 hours. Buses to Nelson depart from the Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Centre, The Railway Station, SH 1, Blenheim. Your arrival destination will be outside the Travel Centre, 27 Bridge Street, Nelson.
What is there to do between Christchurch and Picton?
Fable Auckland.
What is there to do between Blenheim and Nelson?
Between Blenheim and Nelson
- The Marlborough Sounds and the Richmond Range both lie between Blenheim and Nelson.
- The Pelorus River Scenic Reserve, a popular holiday spot beside the main road from Nelson to Blenheim.
- Ancient,excavated waka (canoes) in the Marlborough Museum.
- A colonial street at the Marlborough Museum.
What is there to see between Hanmer and Nelson Springs?
Places of interest along the way are Maruia Falls, the short side trip to Buller Gorge just before Murchison and Lake Rotoiti. A lot of logging in this area so take care driving.
How long is the drive from CHCH to Picton?
roughly four and a half hours
The fastest way between Christchurch and Picton is to follow the route along State Highway 1. The road distance is 336km and will take roughly four and a half hours, non-stop.
How do I get from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo?
InterCity® operates daily buses from Christchurch to Tekapo and the bus journey will take approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. Buses to Tekapo depart from outside Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch, and arrive at the car park beside the Lake Tekapo Tavern, SH8, Tekapo.
Is Queen Charlotte Drive sealed?
Is Queen Charlotte Drive sealed? The road is sealed. It has some scenic parts, running along the southern shore of Mahakipawa Arm. It is an incredible winding road taking you past lots of hidden bays and through native forest.
Is the road from Blenheim to Kaikoura open?
SH1 north and south of Kaikōura is open for travel 24/7. Roadworks are still present and the road may close during heavy rains or severe weather.
Is the Picton Road open?
Picton Road has reopened in both directions between Cataract and Wilton.
Which island is warmer in NZ?
the North Island
Generally, the North Island is warmer, as its northernmost regions are subtropical.