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16 h 23 min
954 km.
from $52
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Seven ways to Travel from Hamilton to Christchurch

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Cheapest
By car (954 km)
16 h 23 min
954 km.
from $52
Fastest
Plane from Hamilton (Hamilton International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
16 h 23 min
954 km.
from $12.44
Bus, Plane (Bus to Auckland)
4 h 33 min
676 km.
from $105.72
Plane
3 h 53 min
676 km.
from $221.09
Bus, Plane (Bus to New Plymouth Airport)
7 h 2 min
676 km.
from $237.09
Bus, Plane (Bus to Rotorua)
6 h 26 min
676 km.
from $197.59

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.87–$206.52

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$163.04
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$315.22
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.74–$239.13
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$250.00
Plane from Rotorua to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$282.61

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$54.35
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$39.13
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$29.35
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitara
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$33.70
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$28.26

InterCity Link

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/?utm_source=Google_Maps&utm_medium=G_Transit%2B&utm_campaign=G_Transit
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.61–$16.30

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:
$97.83–$252.83

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$108.70–$130.43

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:
$36.96–$152.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Christchurch is to bus and fly which costs $45.65 - $228.26 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Christchurch is to drive and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $92.39 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct flight between Hamilton and Christchurch?

Yes, there are direct flights between Hamilton and Christchurch; these take 1h 50m and cost $59.78 - $163.04 .

How far is it from Hamilton to Christchurch?

The distance between Hamilton and Christchurch is 695 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Christchurch without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 19h 36m and costs $239.13 - $543.48 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Hamilton 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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