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How to Travel from

Waitomo Caves to Christchurch

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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 Tauranga Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$369.50
Plane from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$191.12
Plane from Auckland to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.79–$280.31
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.90–$293.05

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Waitomo Township to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Waitomo Township to Kihikihi
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.47–$30.58
Bus from Waitomo Township to Manukau
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Eight Mile Junction to Waitara
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40

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 Otorohanga to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$114.67–$152.90
Train from Taumarunui Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$95.56–$121.04

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch is to bus and fly which costs $54.35 - $260.87 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch?

The fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch is to drive and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $103.26 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch?

The distance between Waitomo Caves and Christchurch is 882 km.

How do I travel from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch without a car?

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch without a car is to train which takes 19h 38m and costs $293.48 - $500 .

How long does it take to get from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Waitomo Caves to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

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