Christchurch to Rolleston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

13 miles 20.9 km · straight line
14.9 miles actual route 23.9 km · driving distance
20min estimated drive time
NZD 4 - NZD 5 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Christchurch from Rolleston?

The distance from Christchurch to Rolleston is 13 miles (20.9 km) as the crow flies. Rolleston is located WSW of Christchurch. By car, the driving distance is approximately 14.9 miles, taking about 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in New Zealand.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Christchurch and Rolleston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Christchurch to Rolleston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20min NZD 4 - NZD 5 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Christchurch
43.53°S, 172.63°E
Pacific/Auckland
14m elevation
Rolleston
43.58°S, 172.38°E
Pacific/Auckland
60m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM