Compare all timetables for the bus from Dunedin to Christchurch
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Dunedin to Christchurch from various bus operators like InterCity for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| InterCity | 6h 25m | 00:15 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 06:40 | Christchurch | Central Bus Station | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 21/03/2026 00:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 21/03/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
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| InterCity | 6h 10m | 18:30 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 00:40 | Christchurch | Central Bus Station | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 21/03/2026 18:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 00:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
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| InterCity | 6h 5m | 18:35 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 00:40 | Christchurch | Central Bus Station | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 21/03/2026 18:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 00:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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| InterCity | 6h 9m | 00:15 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 06:24 | Christchurch | Church Corner Bus Stop | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 21/03/2026 00:15:00 to Church Corner Bus Stop, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 21/03/2026 06:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 9m
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| InterCity | 5h 49m | 18:30 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 00:19 | Christchurch | Church Corner Bus Stop | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 21/03/2026 18:30:00 to Church Corner Bus Stop, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 00:19:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 49m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| InterCity | 5h 50m | 04:00 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 09:50 | Christchurch | Central Bus Station | Economy | £33 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 22/03/2026 04:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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| InterCity | 5h 35m | 04:15 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 09:50 | Christchurch | Central Bus Station | Economy | £33 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 22/03/2026 04:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
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| InterCity | 5h 37m | 04:00 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 09:37 | Christchurch | Church Corner Bus Stop | Economy | £33 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 22/03/2026 04:00:00 to Church Corner Bus Stop, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 09:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 37m
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| InterCity | 5h 22m | 04:15 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 09:37 | Christchurch | Church Corner Bus Stop | Economy | £36 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 22/03/2026 04:15:00 to Church Corner Bus Stop, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 09:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 22m
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| InterCity | 6h 25m | 00:15 | Dunedin | Bus Stop | 06:40 | Christchurch | Central Bus Station | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from InterCity goes from Bus Stop, Dunedin (New Zealand) at 22/03/2026 00:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Christchurch (New Zealand) arriving at 22/03/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Dunedin to Christchurch is £25 on 22/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Dunedin and Christchurch
Sunday
is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily coaches from Dunedin to Christchurch. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Dunedin and Christchurch.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 coaches from Dunedin to Christchurch, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dunedin and Christchurch, with 10 offers.
Facts about coaches from Dunedin to Christchurch
Compare all providers like InterCity that travel 11 times every day by bus from Dunedin to Christchurch in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dunedin to Christchurch starting from £25!
| Cheapest Bus | £25 |
| Fastest Bus | 5h 22m |
| Earliest Coach | 00:15 |
| Latest Coach | 18:35 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 11 Ø |
| Distance | 311.1 km |
| Coach Companies | InterCity |
Cheapest coach connections from Dunedin to Christchurch
Every day, 11 buses from 1 coach companies leave Dunedin for Christchurch: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
16/03
Tuesday
17/03
Wednesday
18/03
Thursday
19/03
Friday
20/03
£31
Saturday
21/03
£38
Sunday
22/03
£25
Monday
23/03
£31
Tuesday
24/03
£25
Wednesday
25/03
£31
Thursday
26/03
£31
Friday
27/03
£25
Saturday
28/03
£31
Sunday
29/03
£31
Monday
30/03
£31
Tuesday
31/03
£29
Wednesday
01/04
£31
Thursday
02/04
£34
Friday
03/04
£31
Saturday
04/04
£39
Sunday
05/04
£42
Monday
06/04
£31
Tuesday
07/04
£31
Wednesday
08/04
£39
Thursday
09/04
£31
Friday
10/04
£31
Saturday
11/04
£31
Sunday
12/04
The cheapest time to travel from Dunedin to Christchurch
With a price starting from £25, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Dunedin to Christchurch. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £31.
Night
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dunedin to Christchurch, with £25. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £38.
How to save money travelling from Dunedin to Christchurch
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Dunedin to Christchurch in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Dunedin to Christchurch, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Dunedin to Christchurch are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Dunedin to Christchurch
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InterCity from Dunedin to Christchurch
Here you will find the key facts about the InterCity bus route Dunedin to Christchurch:
| Cheapest Price | £33 |
| Fastest Coach | 5h 22m |
| Earliest Coach | 00:15 |
| Last Coach | 18:35 |
| Daily Connections | 11 Ø |
| Found on | 10/03/2026 |
All bus stations and stops in Dunedin and Christchurch
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Dunedin and Christchurch.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
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Service and Comfort on the bus from Dunedin to Christchurch
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Dunedin to Christchurch? Or which bus companies serve the route Dunedin to Christchurch? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Dunedin to Christchurch bus
How much does a Dunedin - Christchurch coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Dunedin - Christchurch bus trip is available from £25 and takes 5h 50m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Dunedin to Christchurch?
The connection Dunedin to Christchurch is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £25 to £45. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.
How many connections are available for the Dunedin - Christchurch route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Dunedin to Christchurch is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Christchurch from Dunedin take?
The quickest coach from Dunedin to Christchurch is provided by InterCity and takes 5h 22m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Dunedin to Christchurch?
The earliest bus to Christchurch departs from Dunedin at 00:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Dunedin to Christchurch?
The latest bus to Christchurch departs from Dunedin at 18:35. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Dunedin - Christchurch route?
Passengers looking to travel from Dunedin to Christchurch can travel with InterCity. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Dunedin and Christchurch?
You can check all the direct connections between Dunedin and Christchurch by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: InterCity.
What can I take with me on the bus to Christchurch from Dunedin?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Dunedin Christchurch bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Dunedin Christchurch bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Dunedin to Christchurch on your planned travel date.
How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Dunedin to Christchurch?
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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Dunedin to Christchurch
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Dunedin and to Christchurch
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Dunedin and to Christchurch. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
Popular Airport Transfers to Dunedin and to Christchurch
