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Sway to Christchurch Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Sway to Christchurch, starting from AU$9.17 and averaging AU$9.17. The entire journey takes no more than 13m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:22 13m, Direct Sway	12:35 Christchurch	Find Tickets
12:24 30m, Changes required Sway	12:54 Christchurch	Find Tickets
13:22 13m, Direct Sway	13:35 Christchurch	Find Tickets
13:24 30m, Changes required Sway	13:54 Christchurch	Find Tickets
14:22 13m, Direct Sway	14:35 Christchurch	Find Tickets
14:24 30m, Changes required Sway	14:54 Paris	Find Tickets

Sway to Christchurch Train Route Details

First train

06:15

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Sway

Arrival station

Christchurch

Journey time

13m

Distance

14 km

Price

AU$9.17*

Train operators

South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Sway to Christchurch

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Sway to Christchurch can result in significant cost savings.

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 to save an average extra 30%

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 Sway to Christchurch, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Sway to Christchurch ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Sway to Christchurch more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sway to Christchurch 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:

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Sway to Christchurch Train prices and times

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