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

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Kumara is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Kumara is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Kumara?

No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch to Kumara. However, there are services departing from Christchurch and arriving at Kumara Junction via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Christchurch to Kumara?

The distance between Christchurch and Kumara is 231 km. The road distance is 217.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Kumara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $90 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Christchurch to Kumara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Kumara bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Christchurch to Kumara?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Kumara is to bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $90 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $550 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Christchurch to Kumara bus arrive?

Christchurch to Kumara bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Kumara Junction station.

Can I drive from Christchurch to Kumara?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch to Kumara is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Christchurch to Kumara.

Where can I stay near Kumara?

There are 64+ hotels available in Kumara.

Christchurch to Kumara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, shuttle, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Christchurch to Kumara by bus, train, shuttle, car, plane, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Kumara Junctionbus Christchurch - Greymouth
3h 59m
$93–162
Drive 217.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Christchurch to Kumaracar 217.4 km
2h 35m
$64–92
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from Christchurch to Arthur's Passtrain TranzAlpine
2. Take a shuttle bus from Arthur's Pass to Kumarashuttle
4h 29m
$228–287
Fly
1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Hokitika (HKK)plane CHC - HKK
2h 39m
$140–525
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Christchurch to Moanatrain TranzAlpine
2. Take the taxi from Moana to Kumarataxi
4h 50m
$396–493

Christchurch to Kumara by train and shuttle

7Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

$228Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.6 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

InterCity operates a bus from Christchurch to Kumara Junction once daily. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 3h 54m. Alternatively, Air New Zealand flies from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Hokitika (HKK) twice daily.

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