What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch is to train and fly which costs $85 - $330 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch?

The fastest way to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch is to train and fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $85 - $330.

How far is it from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch?

The distance between Auckland Ferry Terminal and Christchurch is 790 km.

How do I travel from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 22h 26m and costs $550 - $1,300.

How long does it take to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Christchurch.

Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch by train, plane, car ferry, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)AKL - CHC
3h 48m
$89–327
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Central
2. Take the car ferry from Wellington to Picton
3. Take the bus from Picton to Christchurch
22h 53m
$75–619
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Wellington
2. Take the car ferry from Wellington to Picton
3. Take the train from Picton to Christchurch
22h 26m
$580–1,304
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Wellington
2. Take the car ferry from Wellington to Picton
3. Drive from Picton to Christchurch
14h 57m
$356–865

Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch by foot, train, and car ferry

3Weekly Services

22h 26mAverage Duration

$580Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch.

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Distance: 789.7 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Auckland Ferry Terminal, New Zealand and Christchurch, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch. However, you can walk to Waitemata Train Station 1, take the train to Puhinui Train Station 2, walk to Stop A Puhinui, take the bus to Stop A International Airport, walk to Auckland (AKL) airport, fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), walk to Christchurch International Airport, then take the line 8 bus to Hereford St near Colombo St. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Auckland Ferry Terminal to Christchurch via Auckland Strand, Wellington, Wellington, Picton, and Picton in around 22h 26m.

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