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How to Travel from

Christchurch Airport to Wellington

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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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 Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

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

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

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Other from Picton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$37.85–$51.62

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Picton to Wellington
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 Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington is to fly which costs $29.35 - $163.04 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $29.35 - $163.04 .

How far is it from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington?

The distance between Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Wellington is 311 km.

How do I travel from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington without a car is to train and ferry which takes 11h 27m and costs $141.30 - $326.09 .

How long does it take to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wellington, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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