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Christchurch to London Waterloo East Train prices and times
Looking to travel from Christchurch to London Waterloo East? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 29.68, with average prices for this route around NZD 29.68.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:19 Christchurch | 07:42 London Waterloo East |  | Find Tickets |
05:43 Christchurch | 08:03 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
06:16 Christchurch | 08:35 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
06:41 Christchurch | 09:04 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
07:09 Christchurch | 09:41 London Waterloo East | | Find Tickets |
07:40 Christchurch | 10:09 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Christchurch to London Waterloo East Train Route Details
First train
05:19
Last train
23:18
Journey time
2h 7m
Distance
145 km
Price
NZD 29.68*
How to book cheap train tickets from Christchurch to London Waterloo East
Season Tickets for frequent travel
Are you frequently traveling between Christchurch and London Waterloo East on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Christchurch to London Waterloo East during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Christchurch to London Waterloo East, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Christchurch to London Waterloo East ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Christchurch to London Waterloo East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Christchurch to London Waterloo East train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.