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How to get fromSprings Junction to Kaikōuraby car, bus, or shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Springs Junction to Kaikōura by car, bus, or shuttle

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  1. Drive, bus

    best
    1. Drive from Springs Junction to Hanmer Springscar car
    2. Take the bus from Hanmer Springs to Christchurchbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Christchurch to Kaikourabus bus
    7h 3m

  2. Drive 205.2 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Springs Junction to Kaikōuracar car 205.2 km
    2h 26m
    $59–86

  3. Drive, shuttle

    1. Drive from Springs Junction to Saint Arnaudcar car
    2. Take a shuttle bus from Saint Arnaud to Kaikōurashuttle bus
    4h 44m
    $221–959

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springs Junction to Kaikōura.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 410.8 km
  • Duration: 7h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Springs Junction to Kaikōura. However, you can drive to Hanmer Springs, take the bus to Christchurch, then take the bus to Kaikoura. Alternatively, you can drive from Springs Junction to Kaikōura in around 2h 26m.

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