Moving from Wellington to Christchurch
Moving from Wellington to Christchurch covers approximately 350 km and takes around 5 hours by road. This route requires a Cook Strait ferry crossing between the North and South Islands, which your mover will coordinate as part of the move. Movestuff connects you with pre-vetted, insured movers who service this route regularly — get free, no-obligation quotes in minutes.
350
km distance
~5h
driving time
Yes
ferry crossing
Free
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Services — Wellington to Christchurch
House Moving
Professional house moving services for residential relocations of any size.
Office Relocation
Seamless office and commercial relocation with minimal downtime.
Car Transport
Safe and reliable vehicle transport across New Zealand.
Pet & Animal Transport
Specialist pet and animal transport with care and compliance.
Junk Removal
Fast and affordable junk removal and rubbish clearance services.
Furniture Delivery
Single-item and bulk furniture delivery anywhere in NZ.
Commercial Moving
End-to-end commercial and business relocation services.
Specialty Items
Transport for pianos, art, antiques, and other specialty items.
How Much Does It Cost to Move from Wellington to Christchurch?
| Move Size | Estimated Cost (NZD) |
|---|---|
| Few items / single piece | $200 – $500+ |
| 1–2 bedroom move | $800 – $2,000+ |
| 3+ bedroom house | $2,500 – $5,000+ |
| Office / commercial | $1,500 – $6,000+ |
Prices are estimates and vary by volume, access, packing requirements, and time of year. Get an accurate quote by listing your job on Movestuff.
North Island to South Island — Ferry Logistics
Moving between Wellington and Christchurch requires crossing Cook Strait via the Interislander or Bluebridge ferry between Wellington and Picton. The crossing takes approximately 3.5 hours. Your mover handles all ferry bookings and logistics — your belongings stay securely loaded on the truck throughout the crossing. Ferry availability can affect scheduling during peak season (December–February), so booking early is recommended.