What is the cheapest way to get from Akaroa to Darfield?

The cheapest way to get from Akaroa to Darfield is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akaroa to Darfield?

The fastest way to get from Akaroa to Darfield is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Akaroa and Darfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Akaroa to Darfield. However, there are services departing from Akaroa and arriving at Darfield Town centre via Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Akaroa to Darfield?

The distance between Akaroa and Darfield is 125 km. The road distance is 104.6 km.

How do I travel from Akaroa to Darfield without a car?

The best way to get from Akaroa to Darfield without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs $52 - $54.

How long does it take to get from Akaroa to Darfield?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Akaroa to Darfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akaroa to Darfield bus from?

Akaroa to Darfield bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, depart from Akaroa station.

Where does the Akaroa to Darfield bus arrive?

Akaroa to Darfield bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Akaroa to Darfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Akaroa to Darfield is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Akaroa to Darfield.

Where can I stay near Darfield?

There are 32+ hotels available in Darfield.

Akaroa to Darfield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Akaroa to Darfield by bus, car, taxi, or train

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best
1. Take the bus from Akaroa to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Akaroa
2. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Darfield Town centrebus 86
3h 47m
$52–54
Drive 104.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Akaroa to Darfieldcar 104.6 km
1h 28m
$31–44
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Akaroa to Christchurchtaxi
2. Take the train from Christchurch to Darfieldtrain TranzAlpine
1h 49m
$357–435

Akaroa to Darfield by bus

5Weekly Buses

3h 47mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.2 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Akaroa, New Zealand and Darfield, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Akaroa to Darfield Town centre via Bus Interchange in around 3h 47m.

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