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

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Mahana is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Mahana is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $300 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Mahana?

No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch to Mahana. However, there are services departing from Christchurch and arriving at Nelson via Blenheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Christchurch to Mahana?

The distance between Christchurch and Mahana is 288 km. The road distance is 413.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Christchurch to Mahana without a car is to bus which takes 8h 24m and costs $110 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Christchurch to Mahana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Mahana bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Christchurch to Mahana?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Mahana is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $300 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Christchurch to Mahana bus arrive?

Christchurch to Mahana bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Blenheim station.

Can I drive from Christchurch to Mahana?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch to Mahana is 413 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Christchurch to Mahana.

Where can I stay near Mahana?

There are 346+ hotels available in Mahana.

Christchurch to Mahana - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Christchurch to Mahana by plane, train, car, bus, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Nelson Airport (NSN)plane CHC - NSN
2h 57m
$300–565
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheimbus Christchurch - Picton
2. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus Picton - Nelson
8h 24m
$116–239
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Christchurch to Blenheimtrain Coastal Pacific
2. Drive from Blenheim to Mahanacar
7h 11m
$276–584
Drive 413.4 km
1. Drive from Christchurch to Mahanacar 413.4 km
5h 3m
$121–175
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Christchurch to Blenheimtrain Coastal Pacific
2. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus Picton - Nelson
8h 24m
$337–684
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelsonshuttle
7h 20m
$219–1,026

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Christchurch to Mahana.

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Distance: 288.3 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Air New Zealand flies from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Nelson Airport (NSN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Christchurch to Mahana via Blenheim and Nelson in around 8h 24m.

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