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How to get fromChristchurch to Lake Sumnerby bus, unknown, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Christchurch to Lake Sumner by bus, unknown, or train

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  1. Bus, travel

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    1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Waikaribus bus Christchurch - Hanmer Springs
    2. Walk from Waikari to Lake Sumnerunknown unknown
    2h 29m

  2. Train, travel

    1. Take the train from Christchurch to Rangioratrain train Coastal Pacific
    2. Walk from Rangiora to Lake Sumnerunknown unknown
    1h 58m

  3. Bus, travel via Hurunui Hotel

    1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Hurunui Hotelbus bus Christchurch - Hanmer Springs
    2. Walk from Hurunui Hotel to Lake Sumnerunknown unknown
    2h 37m

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  • Distance: 120.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Christchurch, New Zealand and Lake Sumner, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Christchurch to Lake Sumner. However, you can take the bus to Waikari then travel to Lake Sumner. Alternatively, you can take a train from Christchurch to Lake Sumner via Rangiora in around 1h 58m.

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