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How to Travel from

Christchurch to Thames

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.79–$280.31
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$191.12
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$356.76

Bus operators

Busit

Phone:
0800 205 305
Website:
busit.co.nz
Bus from 73 Clyde St to Marshall
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.28–$11.47

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 Wellington - Central to Manukau
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.60–$76.45
Bus from Manukau City to Thames
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13
Bus from Rotorua Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
Bus from Tauranga to Thames
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Wellington - Central to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$70.08

Go Kiwi Shuttles

Phone:
+64 7 866 0336
Website:
go-kiwi.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland Airport to Thames
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$56.06

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Papakura
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.16–$178.38

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 to Thames?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Thames is to fly and shuttle which costs $70.65 - $250 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Thames is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 22m and costs $70.65 - $250 .

How far is it from Christchurch to Thames?

The distance between Christchurch and Thames is 863 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Thames without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 23h 40m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

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

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

Where can I stay near Thames?

There are 46+ hotels available in Thames. Prices start at $67.57 per night.
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