What is the cheapest way to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi?

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi is to bus and line 1 bus which costs $6 - $60 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi?

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Timaru and Kaiapoi?

No, there is no direct bus from Timaru to Kaiapoi. However, there are services departing from Timaru and arriving at Williams St near Carew St via Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Timaru to Kaiapoi?

The distance between Timaru and Kaiapoi is 180 km. The road distance is 175.3 km.

How do I travel from Timaru to Kaiapoi without a car?

The best way to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi without a car is to bus and line 1 bus which takes 3h 27m and costs $6 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Timaru to Kaiapoi bus from?

Timaru to Kaiapoi bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Timaru station.

Where does the Timaru to Kaiapoi bus arrive?

Timaru to Kaiapoi bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Timaru to Kaiapoi?

Yes, the driving distance between Timaru to Kaiapoi is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Timaru to Kaiapoi.

Where can I stay near Kaiapoi?

There are 1390+ hotels available in Kaiapoi.

Timaru to Kaiapoi - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 1 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi by 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.

Bus, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Timaru to ChristchurchChristchurch - Dunedin
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Williams St near Carew St1
3h 27m
$6–59
Drive 175.3 km
1. Drive from Timaru to Kaiapoi175.3 km
2h 16m
$52–75
Bus, line 1 bus via Timaru
1. Take the bus from Timaru to ChristchurchChristchurch - Dunedin
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Kaiapoi1 / ...
3h 55m
$6–59

Timaru to Kaiapoi by bus

2Weekly Buses

3h 27mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Timaru to Kaiapoi.

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Distance: 180.1 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Timaru, New Zealand and Kaiapoi, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Timaru to Williams St near Carew St via Bus Interchange in around 3h 27m.

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