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How to Travel from

Christchurch to Whanganui

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$280.31

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57
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 Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Wanganui
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$369.50

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Palmerston North to Whanganui
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Wellington - Central to Whanganui
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Whanganui
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68

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

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 Whanganui?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Whanganui is to fly and bus which costs $51.09 - $206.52 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Whanganui is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

How far is it from Christchurch to Whanganui?

The distance between Christchurch and Whanganui is 543 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Whanganui without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 14h 55m and costs $76.09 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Christchurch to Whanganui, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Christchurch and Whanganui?

It is currently 20:55 at both, Christchurch and Whanganui.

Where can I stay near Whanganui?

There are 66+ hotels available in Whanganui. Prices start at $53.49 per night.
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