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

The cheapest way to get from Otira to Christchurch is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otira to Christchurch is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Otira and Christchurch?

No, there is no direct bus from Otira to Christchurch. However, there are services departing from Arthurs Pass and arriving at Christchurch via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Otira and Christchurch?

No, there is no direct train from Otira to Christchurch. However, there are services departing from Arthur's Pass and arriving at Christchurch via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Otira to Christchurch?

The distance between Otira and Christchurch is 161 km. The road distance is 160.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Otira to Christchurch without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Otira to Christchurch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otira to Christchurch bus from?

Otira to Christchurch bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Arthurs Pass station.

Where do I catch the Otira to Christchurch train from?

Otira to Christchurch train services, operated by KiwiRail - TranzAlpine, depart from Arthur's Pass station.

Train or bus from Otira to Christchurch?

The best way to get from Otira to Christchurch is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $100 - $180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $280 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Otira to Christchurch bus arrive?

Otira to Christchurch bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Where does the Otira to Christchurch train arrive?

Otira to Christchurch train services, operated by KiwiRail - TranzAlpine, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Otira to Christchurch?

Yes, the driving distance between Otira to Christchurch is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Otira to Christchurch.

Where can I stay near Christchurch?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Christchurch.

Otira to Christchurch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arthurs Pass to Christchurchbus Christchurch - Greymouth
2h 25m
$103–171
Drive 160.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Otira to Christchurchcar 160.2 km
1h 58m
$47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Arthur's Pass to Christchurchtrain TranzAlpine
2h 36m
$215–273
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Otira to Kumarashuttle
2. Fly from Hokitika (HKK) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)plane HKK - CHC
3h 28m
$197–603
Shuttle, line 8 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Otira to Christchurch International Airportshuttle
2. Take the bus from Christchurch International Airport to Bus Interchangebus 8 / ...
2h 39m
$74–86

Otira to Christchurch by shuttle and bus

7Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.5 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

InterCity operates a bus from Arthurs Pass to Christchurch once daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - TranzAlpine operates a train from Arthur's Pass to Christchurch once daily. Tickets cost $170–220 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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