HUB hero image

How to Travel from

New Plymouth to Christchurch

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

New Plymouth
+0
Christchurch
Transport search to Christchurch
New Plymouth
+0
Christchurch
Building a composite car route
Cheapest
Best Offer!
Car
14 h 41 min
784 km.
from $43
Composite Route Car Only

Four ways to Travel from New Plymouth to Christchurch

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
Fastest
Other

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60
Bus from Fitzroy to Otorohanga
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$35.68

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$293.05

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:
$108.30–$285.61

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Otorohanga to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$108.30–$140.16

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.72

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:
$42.05–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from New Plymouth to Christchurch is to fly which costs $92.39 - $293.48 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

The fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Christchurch is to fly which takes 2h 17m and costs $92.39 - $293.48 .

How far is it from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

The distance between New Plymouth and Christchurch is 542 km.

How do I travel from New Plymouth to Christchurch without a car?

The best way to get from New Plymouth to Christchurch without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 18h 54m and costs $86.96 - $260.87 .

How long does it take to get from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from New Plymouth to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

There are 1141+ hotels available in Christchurch. Prices start at $37.98 per night.
+0