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How to Travel from

Russell to Christchurch

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Paihia to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$40.77
Bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.14–$76.45
Bus from Paihia to Whangarei
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
Bus from Auckland - Central to Otorohanga
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$38.22

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Kerikeri Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$535.14
Plane from Whangarei Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$356.76

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
Train from Otorohanga to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$114.67–$152.90

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

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

Explore Group

Phone:
+ 64 9 359 5987
Website:
exploregroup.co.nz/
Other from Russell to Paihia
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.02

Northland Ferries

Phone:
0800 222979
Website:
northlandferries.co.nz/
Other from Okiato to Opua
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.33–$47.14

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Russell to Christchurch is to ferry and bus and fly which costs $97.83 - $347.83 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Russell to Christchurch is to car ferry and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $97.83 - $369.57 .

How far is it from Russell to Christchurch?

The distance between Russell and Christchurch is 973 km.

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

The best way to get from Russell to Christchurch without a car is to ferry and bus and car ferry and train which takes 29h 1m and costs $195.65 - $532.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Russell to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

There are 1134+ hotels available in Christchurch. Prices start at $39.41 per night.
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