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Otago to Canterbury

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4 h 19 min
348 km.
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By car (348 km)
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348 km.
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4 h 19 min
348 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Dunedin to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$48.42

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Queenstown Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$254.83
Plane from Dunedin to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.77–$242.09

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wanaka to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.60–$280.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Otago to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Otago to Canterbury is to bus which costs $25 - $41.30 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otago to Canterbury is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $206.52 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Otago and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dunedin and arriving at Christchurch. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Otago to Canterbury?

The distance between Otago and Canterbury is 316 km. The road distance is 359.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Otago to Canterbury without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $25 - $41.30 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Otago to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otago to Canterbury bus from?

Otago to Canterbury bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Dunedin station.

Bus or fly from Otago to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Otago to Canterbury is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $206.52 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $41.30 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Otago to Canterbury bus arrive?

Otago to Canterbury bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

What is the time difference between Otago and Canterbury?

It is currently 10:40 at both, Otago and Canterbury.

Can I drive from Otago to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Otago to Canterbury is 359 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Otago to 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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