What is the cheapest way to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch?

The cheapest way to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch is to bus via Rolleston which costs $130 - $250 and takes 13h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch?

The fastest way to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch is to fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $700 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Milford Sound (Water) and Christchurch?

No, there is no direct bus from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch. However, there are services departing from Milford Sound and arriving at Bus Interchange via Frankton Bus Interchange and Rolleston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 39m.

How far is it from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch?

The distance between Milford Sound (Water) and Christchurch is 762 km. The road distance is 754.7 km.

How do I travel from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch without a car?

The best way to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch without a car is to bus via Rolleston which takes 13h 39m and costs $130 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch?

It takes approximately 13h 39m to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch bus from?

Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch bus services, operated by RealNZ, depart from Milford Sound station.

Bus or fly from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch?

The best way to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch is to bus via Rolleston which takes 13h 39m and costs $130 - $250. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $700 - $1,200 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch bus arrive?

Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch bus services, operated by RealNZ, arrive at Frankton Bus Shelter station.

Can I drive from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch?

Yes, the driving distance between Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch is 755 km. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch.

How do I get a bus ticket from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch?

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Where can I stay near Christchurch?

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Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch - 6 ways to travel via bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus via Rolleston
best
1. Take the bus from Milford Sound to Frankton Bus Interchangebus Queenstown - Milford Sound
2. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Rollestonbus Christchurch - Queenstown
13h 39m
$131–250
Drive 754.7 km
1. Drive from Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurchcar 754.7 km
8h 46m
$219–316
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Milford Sound Airport to Queenstown Airportplane
2. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Rollestonbus
10h 22m
$562–653
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Milford Sound to 43 Camp Street, Queenstown CBDbus To Queenstown
2. Take a shuttle bus from Queenstown to Christchurchshuttle Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour
19h 15m
$582–692
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milford Sound to Frankton Bus Shelterbus To Queenstown
2. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Queenstown
13h 52m
$452–522
Fly to Queenstown Airport, fly to Christchurch International Airport
1. Fly from Milford Sound Airport to Queenstown Airportplane
2. Fly from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)plane ZQN - CHC
3h 10m
$734–1,195

Milford Sound (Water) to Christchurch by bus

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13h 39mAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

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Distance: 762.5 km
Duration: 13h 39m

What companies run services between Milford Sound (Water), New Zealand and Christchurch, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Milford Sound to Bus Interchange via Frankton Bus Interchange and Rolleston in around 13h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a flight from Milford Sound Airport to Hereford St near Colombo St via Queenstown Airport (ZQN), Christchurch International Airport (CHC), and Christchurch International Airport in around 3h 10m.

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