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How to Travel from

Thames 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:
$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 Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$191.12

Bus operators

Busit

Phone:
0800 205 305
Website:
busit.co.nz
Bus from Marshall St to 82
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.28–$11.47

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Tirau to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$58.61
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Thames to Manukau
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13

Go Kiwi Shuttles

Phone:
+64 7 866 0336
Website:
go-kiwi.co.nz/
Bus from Thames to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$56.06

Coromandel Adventures

Phone:
+64 7 866 7014
Website:
coromandeladventures.co.nz/
Bus from Thames to Tirau
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$30.58

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 Papakura to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.16–$178.38

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 Thames to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from Thames to Christchurch is to shuttle and fly which costs $70.65 - $250 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thames to Christchurch is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $70.65 - $250 .

How far is it from Thames to Christchurch?

The distance between Thames and Christchurch is 863 km.

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

The best way to get from Thames to Christchurch without a car is to shuttle and bus and car ferry which takes 22h 20m and costs $108.70 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Thames 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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