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Christchurch Airport to Wānaka

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419 km.
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419 km.
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4 h 55 min
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
6h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.13–$53.51

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
9h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$50.97
Bus from Franz Josef to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$34.40

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Email:
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.47–$14.02

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Franz
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$191.42

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$254.83

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.60–$280.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka is to bus which costs $34.78 - $59.78 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka is to fly which takes 1h 8m and costs $217.39 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Wānaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka. However, there are services departing from Christchurch International Airport and arriving at Wanaka lakefront via Christchurch and Cromwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct flight between Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Wānaka?

Yes, there are direct flights between Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Wānaka; these take 1h and cost $184.78 - $239.13 .

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

The distance between Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Wānaka is 307 km. The road distance is 422.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka without a car is to bus which takes 10h 15m and costs $34.78 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka bus from?

Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Christchurch station.

Bus or fly from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka?

The best way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka is to fly which takes 1h 8m and costs $217.39 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $59.78 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka bus arrive?

Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Cromwell station.

Can I drive from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka is 423 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Wānaka.

Where can I stay near Wānaka?

There are 595+ hotels available in Wānaka. Prices start at $70.38 per night.
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