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Motueka to Ashburton

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6 h 10 min
510 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Motueka to Ashburton

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Cheapest
By car (510 km)
6 h 10 min
510 km.
from $28
Fastest
Plane from Motueka (Nelson Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 10 min
510 km.
from $6.65
Bus, Plane (Fly to Christchurch International Airport)
4 h 51 min
326 km.
from $177.03
Bus
13 h 9 min
324 km.
from $98.04
Train, Bus
10 h 18 min
327 km.
from $314.12
Bus, Plane (Fly to Timaru)
5 h 31 min
326 km.
from $277.48
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 57 min
326 km.
from $139.73
Bus, Train (Bus)
21 h 31 min
326 km.
from $147.45

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58
Bus from Church Corner to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Nelson to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Blenheim to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60
Bus from Christchurch to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Temuka to Ashburton
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58

Metro Christchurch

Phone:
+64 3 366 8855
Email:
Website:
metroinfo.co.nz/Pages/default.aspx
Bus from The Hub Hornby to Rolleston
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.02–$1.53

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Nelson to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$132.01–$660.05

The Better Bus

Phone:
+64 27 577 6975
Email:
Website:
betterbus.co.nz/
Bus from Motueka i-Site to Millers
Ave. Duration:
9h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.21

eBus

Phone:
+64 03 546 0200
Email:
Website:
ebus.nz/
Bus from Motueka Library Wallace Street to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.20
Bus from High Street near Woodlands Avenue to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.20

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$191.12
Plane from Nelson Airport to Timaru
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$280.31

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37
Train from Blenheim to Rangiora
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$296.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Motueka to Ashburton?

The cheapest way to get from Motueka to Ashburton is to bus which costs $48.91 - $103.26 and takes 13h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Motueka to Ashburton?

The fastest way to get from Motueka to Ashburton is to fly and line 5 bus and bus which takes 4h 51m and costs $119.57 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Motueka and Ashburton?

No, there is no direct bus from Motueka to Ashburton. However, there are services departing from Motueka Library Wallace Street and arriving at Ashburton via Nelson, Blenheim and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

How far is it from Motueka to Ashburton?

The distance between Motueka and Ashburton is 379 km. The road distance is 515 km.

How do I travel from Motueka to Ashburton without a car?

The best way to get from Motueka to Ashburton without a car is to bus which takes 13h 9m and costs $48.91 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Motueka to Ashburton?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Motueka to Ashburton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motueka to Ashburton bus from?

Motueka to Ashburton bus services, operated by eBus, depart from Motueka Library Wallace Street station.

Where does the Motueka to Ashburton bus arrive?

Motueka to Ashburton bus services, operated by eBus, arrive at Nelson City Centre Interchange station.

Can I drive from Motueka to Ashburton?

Yes, the driving distance between Motueka to Ashburton is 515 km. It takes approximately 6h 11m to drive from Motueka to Ashburton.

Where can I stay near Ashburton?

There are 18+ hotels available in Ashburton. Prices start at $48.24 per night.
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