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How to get fromChristchurch to Maruiaby bus, car, train, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Christchurch to Maruia by bus, car, train, or plane

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  1. Bus, drive

    best
    1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Hanmer Springsbus bus Christchurch - Hanmer Springs
    2. Drive from Hanmer Springs to Maruiacar car
    3h 29m
    $70–100

  2. Drive 227.1 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Christchurch to Maruiacar car 227.1 km
    2h 46m
    $67–96

  3. Train, drive

    1. Take the train from Christchurch to Moanatrain train TranzAlpine
    2. Drive from Moana to Maruiacar car
    5h 46m
    $266–348

  4. Fly, drive

    1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Hokitika (HKK)plane plane CHC - HKK
    2. Drive from Hokitika (HKK) to Maruiacar car
    4h 25m
    $110–505

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Hokitika (HKK) flights

Calendar12Weekly Planes
Duration45 minAverage Duration
Ticket$55Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 245.7 km
  • Duration: 3h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Christchurch to Maruia. However, you can take the bus to Hanmer Springs then drive to Maruia. Alternatively, you can take a train from Christchurch to Maruia via Moana in around 5h 46m.

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