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How to Travel from

Gisborne to Christchurch

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Gisborne
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Sycamore Lodge to Napier
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Napier to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$44.60
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Napier to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Gisborne Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$407.73

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.97–$62.43

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.51

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$25.48

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
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 Gisborne to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from Gisborne to Christchurch is to fly which costs $70.65 - $282.61 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gisborne to Christchurch?

The fastest way to get from Gisborne to Christchurch is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $70.65 - $282.61 .

How far is it from Gisborne to Christchurch?

The distance between Gisborne and Christchurch is 720 km.

How do I travel from Gisborne to Christchurch without a car?

The best way to get from Gisborne to Christchurch without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 22h 12m and costs $103.26 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Gisborne to Christchurch?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Gisborne to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

There are 1134+ hotels available in Christchurch. Prices start at $39.41 per night.
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