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Akaroa to Picton

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418 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$280.31

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$191.12
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Picton
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.76–$216.60
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$369.50

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Havelock to Picton
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85

Akaroa French Connection

Phone:
0800 800 575
Email:
Website:
akaroabus.co.nz
Bus from Akaroa to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.01

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37
Train from Rangiora to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$296.37

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Wellington to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Akaroa to Picton?

The cheapest way to get from Akaroa to Picton is to bus which costs $51.09 - $70.65 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akaroa to Picton?

The fastest way to get from Akaroa to Picton is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Akaroa and Picton?

No, there is no direct bus from Akaroa to Picton. However, there are services departing from Akaroa and arriving at Picton via Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Akaroa to Picton?

The distance between Akaroa and Picton is 426 km. The road distance is 421.9 km.

How do I travel from Akaroa to Picton without a car?

The best way to get from Akaroa to Picton without a car is to taxi and train which takes 6h 40m and costs $250 - $445.65 .

How long does it take to get from Akaroa to Picton?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Akaroa to Picton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akaroa to Picton bus from?

Akaroa to Picton bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, depart from Akaroa station.

Where does the Akaroa to Picton bus arrive?

Akaroa to Picton bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Akaroa to Picton?

Yes, the driving distance between Akaroa to Picton is 422 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Akaroa to Picton.

Where can I stay near Picton?

There are 137+ hotels available in Picton. Prices start at $65.25 per night.
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