Invercargill to Te Anau

Southland Regional Travel Service: Reliable Connections Across Scenic Destinations

This regional transport service provides dependable connections across Southland, linking travelers to popular destinations through a system designed for efficiency, planning, and advance coordination. Operating primarily on forward bookings, the service ensures that journeys are organized smoothly in advance, helping to maintain reliability and consistency across routes.

In periods of lower demand, services may operate as a coordinated code share, where passengers are transferred at Five Rivers Cafe to continue their journey. While this system helps maintain coverage across routes, it may affect arrival times and available drop-off points. All travel arrangements are carefully managed ahead of time to support a seamless experience, though variations due to traffic or road conditions may still occur. During peak summer months, demand is high and code share options may be limited due to full capacity.

In addition to scheduled routes, charter services are available year-round with prior notice. These flexible options allow for tailored travel plans, including customized routes and pre-arranged pickups or drop-offs at selected trailheads and cycling paths. Advance booking by phone is required to ensure availability and coordination.

The service also accommodates limited parcel and small freight transport, subject to size and weight restrictions. Larger items may require assistance during loading and unloading at both ends of the journey. With a strong focus on safety, communication, and careful planning, this transport service offers a structured and reliable way to navigate Southland’s diverse and scenic region.