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How to Travel from

Christchurch to Whitianga

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:
$40.77–$242.09

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.43–$267.57

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 Wellington - Central to Manukau
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$70.08

Go Kiwi Shuttles

Phone:
+64 7 866 0336
Website:
go-kiwi.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland Airport to Whitianga
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$89.19
Bus from Manukau to Whitianga
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$53.51

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 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:
$42.05–$178.38

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Whitianga is to fly and shuttle which costs $86.96 - $282.61 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Whitianga is to fly and shuttle which takes 7h 8m and costs $86.96 - $282.61 .

How far is it from Christchurch to Whitianga?

The distance between Christchurch and Whitianga is 979 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Whitianga without a car is to bus and car ferry and shuttle which takes 25h 29m and costs $119.57 - $304.35 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Christchurch to Whitianga, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Whitianga?

There are 541+ hotels available in Whitianga. Prices start at $80.30 per night.
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