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How to Travel from

Wānaka to Canterbury

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Cromwell to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.13–$53.51

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Wanaka to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.37
Bus from Cromwell to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$50.97
Bus from Wanaka to Franz
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$34.40

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Wanaka lakefront to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.47–$14.02

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Franz Josef to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$191.42

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

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 Wānaka to Canterbury?

The cheapest way to get from Wānaka to Canterbury is to bus which costs $31.52 - $51.09 and takes 8h 40m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Wānaka and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Wānaka to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Wanaka and arriving at Christchurch via Cromwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Wānaka to Canterbury?

The distance between Wānaka and Canterbury is 316 km. The road distance is 425.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Wānaka to Canterbury without a car is to bus which takes 8h 40m and costs $31.52 - $51.09 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Wānaka to Canterbury bus from?

Wānaka to Canterbury bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Wanaka station.

Bus or fly from Wānaka to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Wānaka to Canterbury is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $206.52 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $51.09 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Wānaka to Canterbury bus arrive?

Wānaka to Canterbury bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Cromwell station.

Can I drive from Wānaka to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Wānaka to Canterbury is 425 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Wānaka 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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