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9 h 48 min
823 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Motueka to Queenstown

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Cheapest
By car (823 km)
9 h 48 min
823 km.
from $45
Other
Rideshare
9 h 48 min
823 km.
from $10.73
Bus
19 h 50 min
560 km.
from $129.57
Train, Bus
16 h 55 min
558 km.
from $391.30
Bus via Franz Josef
27 h 44 min
560 km.
from $98.22

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$57.34
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 Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.95–$59.88
Bus from Richmond to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Email:
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$58.61
Bus from Greymouth to Franz
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66
Bus from Franz Josef to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.13–$48.42

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$195.38–$244.22

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
Bus from Motueka i-Site to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
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

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Queenstown
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.93–$318.54

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Motueka to Queenstown is to bus via Franz Josef which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 27h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motueka to Queenstown is to fly which takes 4h and costs $152.17 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Motueka and Queenstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Motueka to Queenstown. However, there are services departing from Motueka Library Wallace Street and arriving at Queenstown via Nelson, Blenheim and Christchurch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 50m.

How far is it from Motueka to Queenstown?

The distance between Motueka and Queenstown is 601 km. The road distance is 826.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Motueka to Queenstown without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 29h 39m and costs $282.61 - $869.57 .

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Motueka to Queenstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motueka to Queenstown bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Motueka to Queenstown?

The best way to get from Motueka to Queenstown is to fly which takes 4h and costs $152.17 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $130.43 and takes 19h 50m.

Where does the Motueka to Queenstown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Motueka to Queenstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Motueka to Queenstown is 827 km. It takes approximately 10h 2m to drive from Motueka to Queenstown.

Where can I stay near Queenstown?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Queenstown. Prices start at $64.61 per night.
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