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How to Travel from

Taupō to Christchurch

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:
$35.87–$206.52

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$315.22
Plane from Rotorua to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$282.61
Plane from Hawke'S Bay Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$239.13
Plane from Palmerston to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$217.39
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.74–$239.13

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Taupo to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$41.30
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$39.13
Bus from Taupo to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$28.26
Bus from Taupo to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$29.35
Bus from Taupo to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$34.78
Bus from Taupo to Manukau
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$35.87

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:
$97.83–$252.83

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from National Park to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.09–$92.39

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.24

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:
$36.96–$152.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Taupō to Christchurch is to bus and fly which costs $59.78 - $260.87 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taupō to Christchurch is to drive and fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $103.26 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Taupō to Christchurch?

The distance between Taupō and Christchurch is 881 km.

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

The best way to get from Taupō to Christchurch without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 17h 25m and costs $86.96 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Taupō 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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