Most international travelers fly into Christchurch (CHC) and continue north to Kaikoura by road, bus, or scenic rail.

By road: a straightforward 180 km coastal drive on State Highway 1.
By rail: the Coastal Pacific scenic train runs between Christchurch and Picton and includes a Kaikoura stop in season.
By air: Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) is a small aerodrome suitable for charters and scenic flights rather than regular commercial schedules.

Kaikoura also fits well as a stop between Christchurch and Marlborough (Blenheim, Picton) if you are doing a South Island coastal loop.

Kaikoura township is compact and walkable, but having a car makes it easier to access viewpoints and choose safer bays when swell is up.

Most international travelers fly into Christchurch (CHC) and continue north to Kaikoura by road, bus, or scenic rail.

By road: a straightforward 180 km coastal drive on State Highway 1.
By rail: the Coastal Pacific scenic train runs between Christchurch and Picton and includes a Kaikoura stop in season.
By air: Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) is a small aerodrome suitable for charters and scenic flights rather than regular commercial schedules.

Kaikoura also fits well as a stop between Christchurch and Marlborough (Blenheim, Picton) if you are doing a South Island coastal loop.

Kaikoura township is compact and walkable, but having a car makes it easier to access viewpoints and choose safer bays when swell is up.

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