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How to get fromMethven to Kaikōuraby taxi, train, shuttle, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Methven to Kaikōura by taxi, train, shuttle, bus, or car

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Methven to Darfieldtaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Darfield to Christchurchtrain train
    3. Take the train from Christchurch to Kaikouratrain train
    5h 15m
    $437–903

  2. Drive 268.5 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Methven to Kaikōuracar car 268.5 km
    3h 17m
    $78–112

  3. Shuttle, bus

    1. Take a shuttle bus from Methven to Christchurch Airportshuttle bus
    2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Kaikourabus bus Christchurch - Picton
    5h 41m

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 291.4 km
  • Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Methven, New Zealand and Kaikōura, Canterbury, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Methven to Kaikōura. However, you can take the taxi to Darfield, take the train to Christchurch, then take the train to Kaikoura. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle from Methven to Kaikoura via Christchurch Airport, Christchurch International Airport, Bus Interchange, and Christchurch in around 5h 41m.

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