Kelburn Park: A Scenic Haven in Wellington

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from anywhere in the West Coast region, take State Highway 6 heading southeast towards Greymouth. Continue on SH6 until you reach Kumara Junction, then merge onto State Highway 73 toward Christchurch. Follow SH73 until you reach the junction with State Highway 1, where you'll turn onto SH1 heading south. Continue on SH1 until you reach Wellington. Upon entering Wellington city, follow signs for the city centre. Once in the city, head towards Salamanca Road, Kelburn. You can find parking near the park, but be mindful that parking may incur a fee depending on the time and location.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, you can take a bus from various locations in the West Coast to Wellington. The InterCity bus service operates routes from towns such as Greymouth and Hokitika to Wellington. Once you arrive at the Wellington bus terminal, you can catch a local bus (Route 18 or 20) towards Kelburn directly. The bus will take you close to Salamanca Road, where Kelburn Park is located. Be sure to check the local bus schedules for the most accurate departure and arrival times.

• Cable Car

  If you want a scenic approach to Kelburn Park, you can take the Wellington Cable Car. After arriving in Wellington, you can walk to the Cable Car terminal located in Lambton Quay. The ride offers stunning views of the city and the harbor. A one-way ticket for the cable car costs around NZD 4.50, while a round trip ticket costs approximately NZD 8.00. Once you reach the Kelburn terminal, it's a short walk down Salamanca Road to reach Kelburn Park.