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3 road trips that start in or near Christchurch, from 2 to 7 days, each with a stop-by-stop itinerary, distances and campsites along the way.
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Christchurch and Banks Peninsula to Akaroa
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Christchurch to Greymouth over Lewis Pass with Hanmer Springs
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Kea, a viaduct and hot springs – by campervan over Arthur’s Pass and Lewis Pass across the Southern Alps
| Route | Suggested days | Distance | Driving | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch and Banks Peninsula to Akaroa | 2 | 76 km | 0 h 50 min | 9 |
| Christchurch to Greymouth over Lewis Pass with Hanmer Springs | 2 | 325 km | 3 h 33 min | 9 |
| Kea, a viaduct and hot springs – by campervan over Arthur’s Pass and Lewis Pass across the Southern Alps | 7 | 552 km | 6 h 01 min | 14 |
FAQs
What are the best road trips from Christchurch?
Popular routes starting in or near Christchurch: Christchurch and Banks Peninsula to Akaroa, Christchurch to Greymouth over Lewis Pass with Hanmer Springs and Kea, a viaduct and hot springs – by campervan over Arthur’s Pass and Lewis Pass across the Southern Alps.
Is there a short road trip from Christchurch?
The shortest is Christchurch and Banks Peninsula to Akaroa: 2 days, about 76 km.
What is the longest road trip from Christchurch?
The longest is Kea, a viaduct and hot springs – by campervan over Arthur’s Pass and Lewis Pass across the Southern Alps: 7 days, about 552 km with 14 stops.