[Jason2112]

I'm searching around the interweb right now, but is there a bus service that runs between Christchurch and Queenstown? I'd prefer to relax during the trip, but I wouldn't mind driving either. Would I be better off just renting a car and driving there myself? Are hitchhikers frowned upon in NZ? :D

[veronica]

Atomic shuttles, intercity coach, and Wanaka connections all go betwwen Chch and Queenstown. Atomic are generally the cheapest.

[tigerlily]

I've taken a coach between the two. Had a nice stop at Mt.Cook and time for a scenic flight. But I liked the return journey too- this time we went down to the West Coast on another bus and stopped at Franz Joseph Glacier and took the transalpine train back to Christchurch.

[K&CS]

We drove, stopping at Omarama overnight to break up the journey. It was a lovely drive - absolutely stunning scenery.

Kate