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How to get fromChristchurch to Reeftonby train, car, plane, or shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Christchurch to Reefton by train, car, plane, or shuttle

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  1. Train, drive

    best
    1. Take the train from Christchurch to Moanatrain train TranzAlpine
    2. Drive from Moana to Reeftoncar car
    5h 4m
    $255–328

  2. Drive  252.6 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Christchurch to Reeftoncar car 252.6 km
    3h 4m
    $85–122

  3. Fly, drive

    1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Hokitika (HKK)plane plane CHC - HKK
    2. Drive from Hokitika (HKK) to Reeftoncar car
    3h 43m
    $105–555

  4. Shuttle, drive

    1. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch International Airport to Fox Rivershuttle bus
    2. Drive from Fox River to Reeftoncar car
    7h 6m
    $130–170

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

Calendar12Weekly Planes
Duration45 minAverage Duration
Ticket$65Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from Christchurch to Reefton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 280.1 km
  • Duration: 5h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Christchurch to Reefton. However, you can take the train to Moana then drive to Reefton. Alternatively, you can drive from Christchurch to Reefton in around 3h 4m.

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