There are 3 ways to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa by bus, rideshare, or car
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Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa by bus
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The cheapest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 1h 15m.
The fastest way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $24 - $35.
No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa. However, there are services departing from Christchurch International Airport and arriving at Akaroa via Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
The distance between Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Akaroa is 92 km. The road distance is 84.6 km.
The best way to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa without a car is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $55.
It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa, including transfers.
Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, depart from Christchurch station.
Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa bus services, operated by Akaroa French Connection, arrive at Akaroa station.
Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa.
There are 111+ hotels available in Akaroa.
What companies run services between Christchurch Airport (CHC), New Zealand and Akaroa, New Zealand?
Akaroa French Connection operates a bus from Christchurch to Akaroa once daily. Tickets cost $50 and the journey takes 2h 10m.
- Phone
- 0800 800 575
- [email protected]
- Website
- intercity.co.nz
Bus from Christchurch to Akaroa
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $50
- Schedules at
- intercity.co.nz
- Website
- https://www.mozio.com
Rideshare from Christchurch-CHC to Akaroa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- On demand
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Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Christchurch Airport (CHC) and Akaroa. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.