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How to Travel from

Auckland to Canterbury

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.79–$280.31
Plane from Auckland to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.12–$522.40

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.14–$76.45
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Auckland Strand to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.90–$191.12

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.51

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Train from Britomart Train Station 1 to Puhinui
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.55–$3.57

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Wellington to Picton
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 Auckland to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Canterbury is to train and fly which costs $48.91 - $217.39 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Canterbury?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Canterbury is to train and fly which takes 4h and costs $48.91 - $217.39 .

How far is it from Auckland to Canterbury?

The distance between Auckland and Canterbury is 786 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Canterbury without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 22h 29m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 .

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Canterbury?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Auckland to Canterbury, including transfers.

Train or fly from Auckland to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Auckland to Canterbury is to train which takes 22h 29m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $163.04 - $402.17 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the time difference between Auckland and Canterbury?

It is currently 17:46 at both, Auckland and Canterbury.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 66+ hotels available in Canterbury. Prices start at $24.77 per night.
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