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I will be travelling from Picton to Christchurch. I can use either the intercity coach or the tranzcoastal train. Which would be a better option? Or perhaps a car?
i am reasonably sure the coach will be a lot cheaper cheaper than a car too
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Agree with Jen, but a car would give you the freedom to stop and look where you wanted to.
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At the moment the train is not running because after the February earthquake there has not been enough demand for the train, so they run a bus as alternative offer. Check here about changes, as I do not know when you want to travel: tranzscenic.co.nz/services/t... (There are weekly updates.) One way fares are from NZ$ 49 at the moment. On the Intercity bus the non-refundable ticket costs from NZ$ 25, so clearly the cheaper option. As long as the train does not run it makes no sense to book the replacement bus. Surely a rental car gives you the possibility to stop wherever you want to. But if the train runs you have great photo options from the viewing carriage.
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Train sounds nice and easy as you can chill out and relax while seeing the beautiful scenery. If you do decide to rent a car, make sure you take a Transfercar as they are free to drive. You may still have to pay for gas though.
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Bonzarella, the problem is that the train does not operate at the moment!
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