What is the cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 5h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools?

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools is to fly and bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $220 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Onsen Hot Pools?

No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools. However, there are services departing from Christchurch and arriving at Arthurs Point via Frankton Bus Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools?

The distance between Christchurch and Onsen Hot Pools is 375 km. The road distance is 478.9 km.

How do I travel from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools without a car?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools without a car is to bus which takes 8h 47m and costs $170 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools bus from?

Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Christchurch station.

Where does the Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools bus arrive?

Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Frankton Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools is 479 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools.

Where can I stay near Onsen Hot Pools?

There are 1842+ hotels available in Onsen Hot Pools.

Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)plane CHC - ZQN
2. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Hub to Arthurs Pointbus
3h 41m
$225–715
Drive 478.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Christchurch to Onsen Hot Poolscar 478.9 km
5h 34m
$140–202
Bus
1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Frankton Bus Interchangebus Christchurch - Queenstown
8h 47m
$179–280
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Queenstownshuttle Christchurch to Queenstown via Mt Cook & Tekapo Small Group Tour
13h 41m
$374–375

Christchurch to Onsen Hot Pools by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

8h 47mAverage Duration

$179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 375.2 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Christchurch, New Zealand and Onsen Hot Pools, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Christchurch to Frankton Bus Interchange once daily. Tickets cost $22–100 and the journey takes 7h 54m. GreatSights also services this route once daily.

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