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How to Travel from

Christchurch to Russell

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.60–$76.45
Bus from Auckland - Central to Paihia
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$38.22
Bus from Taumarunui to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.48–$42.05

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Kerikeri
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$522.40

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:
$108.30–$285.61

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$95.56–$121.04

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:
$42.05–$178.38

Explore Group

Phone:
+ 64 9 359 5987
Website:
exploregroup.co.nz/
Other from Paihia to Russell
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.56–$14.02

Northland Ferries

Phone:
0800 222979
Website:
northlandferries.co.nz/
Other from Opua to Okiato
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$44.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Russell is to fly and car ferry which costs $92.39 - $358.70 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Russell is to fly and car ferry which takes 5h 22m and costs $92.39 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Christchurch to Russell?

The distance between Christchurch and Russell is 973 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Russell without a car is to train and car ferry and bus and ferry which takes 28h 21m and costs $184.78 - $510.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Christchurch to Russell, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Russell?

There are 348+ hotels available in Russell. Prices start at $65.11 per night.
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