Bus Tekapo to Christchurch
InterCity operates regular buses from Tekapo to Christchurch.
The InterCity bus leaves Tekapo from outside the Dark Sky Project building, 1 Motuariki Lane, Tekapo and arrives outside the Bus Interchange on Lichfield Street, near Colombo Street. Your journey to Christchurch will take approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes.
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About Christchurch
Ōtautahi Christchurch is officially New Zealand's oldest city, and the third-largest overall. It is often called the "Garden City" with many beautiful parks and public gardens dotted in the city. In particular, the Botanic Gardens and the Broadfield Gardens are certainly worth a visit. If you're able to travel further afield, Fishermans Bay Garden showcases the stunning coastline view from the Banks Peninsula.
In recent years Christchurch has been in the public eye due to a series of devastating earthquakes. Today it is a city on the rise with revamped public spaces and innovative projects. Discover street art, a bustling hospitality scene and tranquil green spaces.
Christchurch has many family-friendly attractions including several animal reserves. Young and old will enjoy the interactive shows at the International Antarctic Centre and the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. The Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand's only open range zoo and the only place in New Zealand where you can see gorillas!
Get active in Christchurch by hiring a bike and cycling one of the many scenic biking trails. You can take a multiple-day guided tour of the region, over mountains and through forestland, or a short inner city track such as the Ōtākaro Avon River or Bottle Lake Forest track, suitable for families and beginners.
Other things to do in Christchurch include spending a day on the nearby ski slopes, admiring the view from the top of the Port Hills in the Christchurch Gondola, or punting on the Avon River.
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InterCity Coachlines operates daily bus service from Tekapo to Christchurch, along with low fares from only $1 (+booking fee).
Bus Tekapo to Christchurch departs from the car park beside the Lake Tekapo Tavern, SH 8. The journey takes 3 hours and 50 minutes with schedule stops for restrooms and refreshments.
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About Christchurch:
Christchurch is the second largest city located East-Coast South Island of New Zealand. Christchurch is also called the "Garden City" as Christchurch was acknowledged as the outstanding garden city from 620 international entries in 1996. One year later, Christchurch was judged Overall Winner of Major Cities in the Nations in Bloom International Competition to become 'Garden City of the World'! And in 2014, The New York Times ranked Christchurch no. 2 on their 52 Places to Go.
There are many attractions and activities that you can see or do the Christchurch. For example, you can play golf, bungy jump, go rafting, mountain biking, hot-air ballooning, wind surfing, whale watching and visit world class wineries and gardens. To know more attractions and activities, you can check www.christchurchnz.com/new-zealand. Or if you prepare to stay in Christchurch for some more days, you may want to join some events as well:bethere.co.nz