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Picton to Akaroa

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$29.31–$203.86
Plane from Wellington to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$280.31

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.45–$318.54
Plane from Nelson Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$191.12
Plane from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.34–$229.35
Plane from Wellington to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$369.50
Plane from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$356.76–$433.21

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

Akaroa French Connection

Phone:
0800 800 575
Email:
Website:
akaroabus.co.nz
Bus from Christchurch to Akaroa
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.01

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37
Train from Picton to Rangiora
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$296.37

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 Picton to Akaroa?

The cheapest way to get from Picton to Akaroa is to bus which costs $52.17 - $70.65 and takes 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Picton to Akaroa?

The fastest way to get from Picton to Akaroa is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Picton and Akaroa?

No, there is no direct bus from Picton to Akaroa. However, there are services departing from Picton and arriving at Akaroa via Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Picton to Akaroa?

The distance between Picton and Akaroa is 426 km. The road distance is 421.9 km.

How do I travel from Picton to Akaroa without a car?

The best way to get from Picton to Akaroa without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 49m and costs $250 - $445.65 .

How long does it take to get from Picton to Akaroa?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Picton to Akaroa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Picton to Akaroa bus from?

Picton to Akaroa bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Picton station.

Where does the Picton to Akaroa bus arrive?

Picton to Akaroa bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Picton to Akaroa?

Yes, the driving distance between Picton to Akaroa is 422 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Picton to Akaroa.

Where can I stay near Akaroa?

There are 111+ hotels available in Akaroa. Prices start at $50.78 per night.
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