Bus from Lake Tekapo to Christchurch Airport and Return

Experience the journey, not just the destination.

Departs Lake Tekapo
9:15am daily
Departs Christchurch International Airport
2:15pm daily
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$89.00 each way · + $5.00 booking fee
Standard Fares · one way

Premium bus travel without the premium price tag

Adult Age 13+
$89
Board or leave the bus at Tekapo, Fairlie, Christchurch (Hornby) or Christchurch Airport
Child Age 2-12
$71
Must travel with an adult (18+)
Adult Ashburton/Geraldine
$79
Any journey where you board or leave the bus at Ashburton or Geraldine
Child Age 2-12 · Ashburton/Geraldine
$63
Any journey where you board or leave the bus at Ashburton or Geraldine
Infant under 2 years
Free
On a caregiver’s lap · must travel with an adult (18+)

All prices NZD and include GST. A flat $5 booking fee applies per booking.

What our customers are saying about us

★★★★★ 5.0 from 6 Google reviews

“Brilliant service. The timetable scheduling is just great for flights to/from Christchurch. I travel between Auckland and the Mackenzie on a regular basis and this service is super comfortable and convenient. Will book again and again.”

- Jacki H, Google review ★★★★★

“It was a wonderful bus trip from Christchurch to Tekapo, with breathtaking scenery and adorable lambs grazing in the field along the way. What made the trip even more special is the friendly driver, who used to be a pilot! He was kind and made the whole journey even more enjoyable.”

- Annett T, Google review ★★★★★

“Great service, at a convenient time of day. The bus is modern and super comfortable.”

- Samuele A, Google review ★★★★★

“Took this service from Tekapo to Christchurch. Lovely modern bus, super friendly crew and great timing for people wanting an earlier arrival in to Christchurch to catch afternoon flights. Highly recommend.”

- Jared S, Google review ★★★★★

“Convenient way to travel from Tekapo to Christchurch! Smaller bus which I prefer; it’s comfortable, clean, and on time! Thanks Matt! Looking forward to using TekapoBus in future travels! Highly recommended!”

- Chrissy O, Google review ★★★★★

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