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Christchurch to Picton

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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 Woodbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

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

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

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 Christchurch to Picton (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Picton (Station) is to bus which costs $23.91 - $39.13 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Picton (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Picton (Station) is to fly and drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Picton (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Christchurch and arriving at Picton. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Christchurch and Picton (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Christchurch and arriving at Picton. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Christchurch to Picton (Station)?

The distance between Christchurch and Picton (Station) is 340 km. The road distance is 339.2 km.

How do I travel from Christchurch to Picton (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Picton (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $23.91 - $39.13 .

How long does it take to get from Christchurch to Picton (Station)?

The bus from Christchurch to Picton takes 5h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Picton (Station) bus from?

Christchurch to Picton (Station) bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Christchurch station.

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Picton (Station) train from?

Christchurch to Picton (Station) train services, operated by KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific, depart from Christchurch station.

Train, bus or fly from Christchurch to Picton (Station)?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Picton (Station) is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $23.91 - $39.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $97.83 - $260.87 and takes 5h 48m, you could also fly, which costs $92.39 - $195.65 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Christchurch to Picton (Station) bus arrive?

Christchurch to Picton (Station) bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Picton station.

Where does the Christchurch to Picton (Station) train arrive?

Christchurch to Picton (Station) train services, operated by KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific, arrive at Picton station.

Can I drive from Christchurch to Picton (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch to Picton (Station) is 339 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Christchurch to Picton (Station).

Where can I stay near Picton (Station)?

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