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

The cheapest way to get from Invercargill to Christchurch is to bus via Invercargill which costs $30 - $110 and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Invercargill to Christchurch is to fly which takes 2h 1m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Invercargill and Christchurch?

No, there is no direct bus from Invercargill to Christchurch. However, there are services departing from Invercargill and arriving at Christchurch via Dunedin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from Invercargill to Christchurch?

The distance between Invercargill and Christchurch is 482 km. The road distance is 564.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Invercargill to Christchurch without a car is to bus which takes 11h 7m and costs $80 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Invercargill to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Invercargill to Christchurch bus from?

Invercargill to Christchurch bus services, operated by Catch-A-Bus South, depart from Invercargill station.

Bus or fly from Invercargill to Christchurch?

The best way to get from Invercargill to Christchurch is to fly which takes 2h 1m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Invercargill to Christchurch bus arrive?

Invercargill to Christchurch bus services, operated by Catch-A-Bus South, arrive at Dunedin station.

Can I drive from Invercargill to Christchurch?

Yes, the driving distance between Invercargill to Christchurch is 565 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Invercargill to Christchurch.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

There are 1708+ hotels available in Christchurch.

Invercargill to Christchurch - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and Tour

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There are 5 ways to get from Invercargill to Christchurch by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Invercargill (IVC) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)plane IVC - CHC
2h 1m
$102–522
Bus via Invercargill
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus Dunedin - Invercargill
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Dunedin
11h 20m
$33–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Dunedinbus Invercargill
2. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Dunedin
11h 7m
$84–158
Drive 564.8 km
1. Drive from Invercargill to Christchurchcar 564.8 km
6h 58m
$166–240
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Invercargill to Queenstownbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Queenstown to Christchurchshuttle Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour
17h 8m
$345–475

Invercargill to Christchurch by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 7mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 482.3 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Air New Zealand flies from Invercargill (IVC) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Invercargill to Christchurch via Dunedin and Dunedin in around 11h 7m.

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