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Christchurch to Makarora

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5 h 31 min
477 km.
from $26
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Seven ways to Travel from Christchurch to Makarora

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Cheapest
By car (477 km)
5 h 31 min
477 km.
from $26
Fastest
Plane to Makarora (Queenstown Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 31 min
477 km.
from $18.15
Bus (Bus)
7 h 30 min
282 km.
from $110.84
Bus (Bus)
10 h 18 min
282 km.
from $65.70
Bus, Plane (Fly to Wanaka)
5 h 5 min
282 km.
from $256.07
Bus, Plane (Fly to Queenstown Airport)
7 h 2 min
282 km.
from $132.35

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Tekapo to Lake
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
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 Tekapo
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.03
Bus from Wanaka to Makarora
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.64
Bus from Franz Josef to Makarora
Ave. Duration:
4h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$26.76
Bus from Christchurch to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
9h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$50.97
Bus from Cromwell to Makarora
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.56–$14.02
Bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Makarora
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66

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 to Makarora?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Makarora is to bus which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Makarora is to fly and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $217.39 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Makarora?

No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch to Makarora. However, there are services departing from Christchurch and arriving at Makarora via Cromwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

How far is it from Christchurch to Makarora?

The distance between Christchurch and Makarora is 483 km. The road distance is 481.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Makarora without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 17h 44m and costs $173.91 - $190.22 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Christchurch to Makarora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Makarora bus from?

Christchurch to Makarora bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Christchurch station.

Where does the Christchurch to Makarora bus arrive?

Christchurch to Makarora bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Cromwell station.

Can I drive from Christchurch to Makarora?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch to Makarora is 482 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Christchurch to Makarora.

Where can I stay near Makarora?

There are three+ hotels available in Makarora. Prices start at $64.75 per night.
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