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How to Travel from

Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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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:
$40.77–$242.09

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$407.73
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.43–$267.57
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$293.05
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to New
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.61–$254.83
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$382.24

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–$44.60
Bus from Taumarunui to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Manukau City to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Kihikihi to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.83–$29.31
Bus from Waitara to Eight
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$33.13
Bus from Rotorua Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves is to fly and bus which costs $53.26 - $260.87 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves is to fly and drive which takes 5h 22m and costs $103.26 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?

The distance between Christchurch and Waitomo Glowworm Caves is 880 km.

How do I travel from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves without a car is to bus and car ferry and train which takes 19h 57m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 .

How long does it take to get from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Christchurch to Waitomo Glowworm Caves, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Waitomo Glowworm Caves?

There are 44+ hotels available in Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Prices start at $56.15 per night.
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