What is the cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Invercargill?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Invercargill is to bus via Christchurch which costs $30 - $120 and takes 11h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Invercargill?

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Invercargill is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Invercargill?

No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch to Invercargill. However, there are services departing from Church Corner and arriving at Invercargill via Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Christchurch to Invercargill?

The distance between Christchurch and Invercargill is 482 km. The road distance is 565.1 km.

How do I travel from Christchurch to Invercargill without a car?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Invercargill without a car is to bus which takes 10h 29m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Christchurch to Invercargill?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Christchurch to Invercargill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Invercargill bus from?

Christchurch to Invercargill bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Church Corner station.

Bus or fly from Christchurch to Invercargill?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Invercargill is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Christchurch to Invercargill bus arrive?

Christchurch to Invercargill bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Dunedin station.

Can I drive from Christchurch to Invercargill?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch to Invercargill is 565 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Christchurch to Invercargill.

Where can I stay near Invercargill?

There are 99+ hotels available in Invercargill.

Christchurch to Invercargill - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and Tour

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There are 5 ways to get from Christchurch to Invercargill by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Invercargill (IVC)plane CHC - IVC
3h 8m
$101–521
Bus via Christchurch
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Otago Universitybus Christchurch - Dunedin
2. Take the bus from Otago University to Invercargillbus Dunedin - Invercargill
11h 29m
$30–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Church Corner to Dunedinbus Christchurch - Dunedin
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Invercargillbus Invercargill
10h 29m
$78–161
Drive 565.1 km
1. Drive from Christchurch to Invercargillcar 565.1 km
6h 58m
$166–240
Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Queenstownshuttle Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook & Tekapo Small Group Tour
2. Take the bus from Queenstown to Invercargillbus
17h 38m
$425–445

Christchurch to Invercargill by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

10h 29mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 482.1 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Christchurch, New Zealand and Invercargill, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Invercargill (IVC) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Corner to Invercargill via Dunedin and Dunedin in around 10h 29m.

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