What is the cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Upper Moutere?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Upper Moutere?

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Upper Moutere is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $310 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Upper Moutere?

No, there is no direct bus from Christchurch to Upper Moutere. 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 Upper Moutere?

The distance between Christchurch and Upper Moutere is 292 km. The road distance is 411.7 km.

How do I travel from Christchurch to Upper Moutere without a car?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Upper Moutere without a car is to bus which takes 8h 24m and costs $120 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Christchurch to Upper Moutere?

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

Where do I catch the Christchurch to Upper Moutere bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Christchurch to Upper Moutere?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Upper Moutere is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $310 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $250 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Christchurch to Upper Moutere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Christchurch to Upper Moutere?

Yes, the driving distance between Christchurch to Upper Moutere is 412 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Christchurch to Upper Moutere.

Where can I stay near Upper Moutere?

There are 433+ hotels available in Upper Moutere.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Christchurch to Upper Moutere 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
$310–575
Drive 411.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Christchurch to Upper Mouterecar 411.7 km
5h
$120–174
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Christchurch to Blenheimtrain Coastal Pacific
2. Drive from Blenheim to Upper Mouterecar
7h 11m
$276–584
Bus
1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheimbus Christchurch - Picton
2. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus Picton - Nelson
8h 24m
$126–249
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Christchurch to Blenheimtrain Coastal Pacific
2. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelsonbus Picton - Nelson
8h 24m
$347–694
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelsonshuttle
7h 23m
$240–1,053

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

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 292.5 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Christchurch, New Zealand and Upper Moutere, 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 Upper Moutere via Blenheim and Nelson in around 8h 24m.

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