New Zealand — How to get there
How to Get from Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge, New Zealand
Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge is roughly 10 km and takes about 0h 11m by road. Your realistic options are self-drive, or private transfer; a private transfer with LandFlight runs from $17 per person and is the only door-to-door option.
| Drive time | 0h 11m |
| Distance | 10 km |
| Public coach | No direct service |
| Private transfer | LandFlight — door-to-door |
| Transfer from | $17 per person |
Your options: Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge
Every realistic way to make this journey, compared honestly.
Self-drive
Queenstown is reached from Christchurch via either the Lindis Pass (SH8, more scenic) or the coast road (SH1 to Dunedin then inland). From Wanaka, the Crown Range Road (SH89) is the most direct but highest sealed road in NZ — spectacular but winding.
Bus / coach
No scheduled public coach service runs direct on this route. Most routings require a hub transfer, adding significant time over a direct drive.
Domestic flight
No direct flight operates on this route. Reaching Matakauri Lodge by air requires connecting via Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch, adding significant travel time over a direct private transfer.
Private transfer — LandFlight (recommended)
Price per person by group size
Same road time as self-driving. One vehicle for your group, picked up from your door and delivered directly to Matakauri Lodge. Luggage handled, departure time flexible, and flight-tracked pickup available for airport connections.
Your exact price
We've started you at Queenstown and Matakauri Lodge. Change either address to exactly where you're starting and finishing, and set how many of you are travelling. The price is for your real journey: the whole private vehicle, and per person.
Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge
Eichardt's Private Hotel to Rosewood Matakauri
$115
$58 each for 2 people, in a private sedan
NZD, GST included. Door to door, about 8 km.
At a glance
| Mode | Door-to-door time | Rough cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-drive | 0h 11m | Rental + fuel | Confident drivers, summer travel |
| Coach | No direct service | — | — |
| Flight | No direct route | — | — |
| Private transfer (LandFlight) | 0h 11m | from $17/person | Groups, lodges, luggage, tight schedules |
Example prices — Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge
You book the whole vehicle for your group, so the more of you travel, the less it costs each. These examples are for a weekday daytime trip between the town centres. Your exact price for your real addresses is in the box above.
| Passengers | Per person | Total vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| 1 passenger | $115 each | ~$115 |
| 2 passengers | $58 each | ~$116 |
| 3 passengers | $46 each | ~$138 |
| 4 passengers | $35 each | ~$140 |
| 5 passengers | $33 each | ~$165 |
| 6 passengers | $27 each | ~$162 |
| 7 passengers | $23 each | ~$161 |
| 8 passengers | $21 each | ~$168 |
| 9 passengers | $18 each | ~$162 |
| 10 passengers | $17 eachBest value | ~$170 |
About Queenstown
Southern Lakes / Otago
Queenstown is New Zealand's premier alpine resort, set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu beneath the dramatic peaks of the Remarkables. Known as the country's adventure capital, it's a base for skiing, jet-boating, wine touring and lake cruises. It remains one of the South Island's busiest and most photographed destinations.
Arriving in Matakauri Lodge
Queenstown
Matakauri Lodge sits on the shores of Lake Wakatipu just outside Queenstown, with uninterrupted views to the Remarkables and Cecil Peak. The refined lakeside lodge is a serene retreat minutes from the resort town's restaurants and activities.
Common questions
How do I get from Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge?+
The fastest door-to-door option is a private transfer with LandFlight — about 0h 11m, 10 km. You can also self-drive the same route; no direct public coach service runs on this route.
How long does it take to drive from Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge?+
The drive takes about 0h 11m, covering 10 km. Allow extra time in winter if the route crosses alpine passes.
How much does a private transfer from Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge cost?+
LandFlight private transfers on this route start from $17 per person (10 passengers). For smaller groups: $115 each at 1, $58 each at 2, $46 each at 3. You book the whole vehicle — the per-person rate drops as group size increases.
Is there a bus from Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge?+
No direct scheduled coach service operates between Queenstown and Matakauri Lodge. Most public transport options require a hub transfer, significantly adding to total travel time.
What is the best way to get from Queenstown to Matakauri Lodge?+
For most travellers — especially groups, lodge guests, and anyone with luggage — a private transfer is the best option: same road time as self-driving, door-to-door, from $17 per person. Solo budget travellers may prefer to self-drive.
Book your transfer
Queenstown → Matakauri Lodge private transfer — from $17 per person.
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