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Compare train and bus for Christchurch to Wellington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Christchurch to Wellington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a train costs an average of €175.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€176 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Christchurch to Wellington
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Trains from Christchurch to Wellington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $219 (€175) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $60 (€48)
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $219 (€175) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 19:44 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $60 (€48)
FAQs: Trains from Christchurch to Wellington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Christchurch to Wellington by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wellington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Three to four days in Wellington is ideal to explore its vibrant arts scene, visit the national museum Te Papa, enjoy the waterfront, and discover the city's unique culinary offerings and surrounding nature.
Train ticket prices from Christchurch to Wellington can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $219 (€175), while the average price is around $220 (€176).
A day trip from Christchurch to Wellington is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 38m. There are 5 trips per day available for trains, covering a distance of 139 miles (225 km).
The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Wellington is by bus, with a cost of around $60 (€48).
Yes, the Christchurch to Wellington train journey is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean coastline, rolling farmlands, and the majestic Kaikoura Ranges.
The train from Christchurch to Wellington takes 4h 38m and runs 5 per day.
The distance by train from Christchurch to Wellington is 139 miles (225 km).
The first train from Christchurch to Wellington leaves at 5:31 AM.
The train station in Christchurch that goes to Wellington is Christchurch station (CHR), which connects to Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Christchurch to Wellington.
The last train from Christchurch to Wellington leaves at 7:44 PM.
No, you cannot take the train from Christchurch to Wellington.
There is no direct train service currently available from Christchurch to Wellington.
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Popular train stations from Christchurch to Wellington
Christchurch
Wellington
The major train station for departures in Christchurch is Christchurch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Christchurch for your trip from Christchurch to Wellington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
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Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance and car park to Platform 1 (for trains towards Weymouth). There is level access from Clarendon Road to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 475m via the street. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Christchurch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stour Road bus stop outside of station
The major train station for arrivals in Wellington is Wellington (Shropshire). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wellington (Shropshire) for your journey to Wellington from Christchurch.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 17:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 13:00 Friday 07:00 - 13:0015:00 - 17:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on platform one.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 07:00-13:00, Saturday 08:00-13:00 and Sunday Closed. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Wellington (Shropshire)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In "No parking" area at top of station car park near to roundabout at junction of King Street/Victoria Road for (both directions).
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