What is the cheapest way to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton?

The cheapest way to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton?

The fastest way to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Arthur’s Pass and Lyttelton?

No, there is no direct bus from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton. However, there are services departing from Arthurs Pass and arriving at Dublin St near Norwich Qy via Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Arthur’s Pass and Lyttelton?

No, there is no direct train from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton. However, there are services departing from Arthur's Pass and arriving at Christchurch via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton?

The distance between Arthur’s Pass and Lyttelton is 150 km. The road distance is 157 km.

How do I travel from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton without a car?

The best way to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $220 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton bus from?

Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Arthurs Pass station.

Where do I catch the Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton train from?

Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton train services, operated by KiwiRail - TranzAlpine, depart from Arthur's Pass station.

Train or bus from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton?

The best way to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $220 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton bus arrive?

Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Where does the Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton train arrive?

Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton train services, operated by KiwiRail - TranzAlpine, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton?

Yes, the driving distance between Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton.

Where can I stay near Lyttelton?

There are 1673+ hotels available in Lyttelton.

Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton by train, bus, car, or shuttle

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arthur's Pass to Christchurchtrain TranzAlpine
2h 41m
$223–282
Drive 157 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arthur’s Pass to Lytteltoncar 157 km
1h 57m
$46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arthurs Pass to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Greymouth
2h 57m
$63–121
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Arthur's Pass to Christchurch International Airportshuttle
2. Take the bus from Christchurch International Airport to Winchester St near Coleridge Tcebus 8
3h 6m
$72–84

Arthur’s Pass to Lyttelton by bus

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.9 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Arthur’s Pass, Canterbury, New Zealand and Lyttelton, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - TranzAlpine operates a train from Arthur's Pass to Christchurch once daily. Tickets cost $170–220 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Arthurs Pass to Christchurch once daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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