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| Queenstown to Christchurch Bus and Train Travel Service | ||||||
Travel from Queenstown by
scenic coach service to Franz Josef or Fox Glacier for a 1 or more nights stay before
travelling
onto Greymouth by bus/coach and the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch. Travelling
on the TranzAlpine train is a scenic rail journey from Greymouth to Arthurs
Pass and Christchurch passing though the Southern Alps from the west coast
to the east coast of of New Zealand's South Island. The TranzAlpine
carriages have advanced air bag suspension system for quieter and smoother
travel, un-tinted, non-reflective, panoramic side and roof windows to
capture the dramatic coastal and mountain views of the magnificent South
Island, GPS triggered journey commentary in five languages at your seat via
headphones, plus information displays and overhead HD video and are
centrally heated/air conditioned for passenger comfort. Each carriage has
onboard washroom/toilet facilities, with '2 Seat-Aisle-2 Seat' seating
either as forward facing seats with head rests or 'Table Group' (4 people
around a table) seating allowing to experience the amazing views of the
magnificent South Island, through panoramic side and roof windows, while
enjoying the company of other passengers.The TranzAlpine train has a café carriage offering a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, snacks and light meals and an open air viewing carriage allows you to get even closer to the stunning scenery and provides many opportunities to photograph your favourite spots. A minimum of 2 days of travel is required. You can book accommodation that is near Christchurch Railway Station for TranzAlpine train service to Christchurch. |
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| Service Information | ||||||
| Travel Option 1 | ||||||
| Travel Day 1 | ||||||
| Queenstown to | Departs | Arrives | Frequency | Service Information | Operated By | |
| Franz Josef | 8.00am | 4.10pm | Daily | scenic coach service | Great Sights | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation is required in Franz Josef for at least 1 night stay. Click for Franz Josef Motel/Hotel or Hostel accommodation | ||||||
| Travel Day 2 | ||||||
| Franz Josef to | ||||||
| Christchurch | 9.15am | 6.35pm | Daily | combined bus and train service - via Greymouth* | Great Sights / TranzAlpine Train | |
| * Fare includes all train and bus travel | ||||||
| Fares and Reservations | ONLINE FARES/RESERVATIONS | |||||
| Travel Option 2 | ||||||
| Travel Day 1 | ||||||
| Queenstown to | Departs | Arrives | Frequency | Service Information | Operated By | |
| Fox Glacier | 8.10am | 3.25pm | Daily | Great Sights | ||
| Accommodation is required in Fox Glacier for 1 or more nights stay. Click for Fox Glacier Motel/Hotel or Hostel accommodation | ||||||
| Travel Day 2 | ||||||
| Fox Glacier to | ||||||
| Christchurch | 8.30am | 6.35pm | Daily | combined bus and train service - via Greymouth* | Great Sights / TranzAlpine Train | |
| * Fare includes all train and bus travel | ||||||
| Fares and Reservations | ONLINE FARES/RESERVATIONS | |||||
The above times are for
guidance only and may change with out notice |
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