What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Dunedin?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Dunedin is to bus which costs $18 - $75 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Dunedin?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Dunedin is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $350 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Dunedin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Christchurch and arriving at Otago University. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Dunedin?

The distance between Canterbury and Dunedin is 358 km. The road distance is 359.3 km.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Dunedin without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Dunedin without a car is to bus which takes 5h 59m and costs $18 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Dunedin?

The bus from Christchurch to Otago University takes 5h 59m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Dunedin bus from?

Canterbury to Dunedin bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Christchurch station.

Bus or fly from Canterbury to Dunedin?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Dunedin is to bus which takes 5h 59m and costs $18 - $75. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $350 - $900 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Canterbury to Dunedin bus arrive?

Canterbury to Dunedin bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Otago University station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Dunedin?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Dunedin is 359 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Canterbury to Dunedin.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canterbury to Dunedin?

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Where can I stay near Dunedin?

There are 294+ hotels available in Dunedin.

Canterbury to Dunedin - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Canterbury to Dunedin by bus, car, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Otago Universitybus Christchurch - Dunedin
5h 59m
$18–75
Drive 359.3 km
1. Drive from Christchurch to Dunedincar 359.3 km
4h 27m
$104–150
Fly to Dunedin
1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Dunedin (DUD)plane CHC - DUD
4h 9m
$354–882
Fly to Queenstown Airport, bus
1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)plane CHC - ZQN
2. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Otago Universitybus
8h 3m
$221–760

Canterbury to Dunedin by bus

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 358.5 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Canterbury, New Zealand and Dunedin, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Christchurch to Otago University twice daily. Tickets cost $18–75 and the journey takes 5h 59m. Alternatively, Air New Zealand flies from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Dunedin (DUD) every 4 hours.

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