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Christchurch to Waikato

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16 h 52 min
989 km.
from $54
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Seven ways to Travel from Christchurch to Waikato

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Cheapest
By car (989 km)
16 h 52 min
989 km.
from $54
Fastest
Plane to Waikato (Hamilton International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
16 h 52 min
989 km.
from $12.90
Bus, Plane (Fly to Tauranga Airport)
4 h 7 min
707 km.
from $318.02
Bus, Plane (Fly to Auckland)
5 h 8 min
707 km.
from $102.80
Bus, Plane (Fly to New Plymouth Airport)
7 h 9 min
707 km.
from $234.33
Bus, Plane (Fly to Rotorua)
6 h 27 min
707 km.
from $216.39

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 Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$369.50
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 Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.79–$280.31
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to New
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.90–$293.05
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$356.76

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 Wellington - Central to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.50–$63.71
Bus from Auckland Domestic Airport to Huntly
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Waitara to Te
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Rotorua to Matamata
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85

InterCity Link

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/?utm_source=Google_Maps&utm_medium=G_Transit%2B&utm_campaign=G_Transit
Bus from Auckland Domestic Airport to Huntly
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$14.02

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 Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
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 Waikato?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Waikato is to fly and bus which costs $43.48 - $228.26 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Waikato is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 7m and costs $173.91 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct flight between Christchurch and Waikato?

Yes, there are direct flights between Christchurch and Waikato; these take 1h 50m and cost $59.78 - $163.04 .

How far is it from Christchurch to Waikato?

The distance between Christchurch and Waikato is 786 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Waikato without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 19h 46m and costs $239.13 - $543.48 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Christchurch to Waikato, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Waikato?

There are eight+ hotels available in Waikato. Prices start at $55.74 per night.
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