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How to Travel from

Motueka to Wānaka

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rolleston to Cromwell
Ave. Duration:
6h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$50.97
Bus from Richmond to Greymouth
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$44.60

GreatSights

Phone:
+64 9 583 5790
Website:
greatsights.co.nz/new-zealand-tours/
Bus from Greymouth to Franz
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$21.66
Bus from Franz Josef to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$34.40

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Queenstown Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.47–$14.02

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Franz Josef to Wānaka
Ave. Duration:
9h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$191.42

The Better Bus

Phone:
+64 27 577 6975
Website:
betterbus.co.nz/
Bus from Motueka i-Site to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.21

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

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Nelson Airport to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$305.80–$458.69

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 Wānaka?

The cheapest way to get from Motueka to Wānaka is to bus via Queen Street at Lemongrass which costs $54.35 - $92.39 and takes 19h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motueka to Wānaka is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Motueka and Wānaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Motueka to Wānaka. However, there are services departing from High Street near Woodlands Avenue and arriving at Wanaka via Richmond, Greymouth and Franz Josef. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 53m.

How far is it from Motueka to Wānaka?

The distance between Motueka and Wānaka is 657 km. The road distance is 760.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Motueka to Wānaka without a car is to bus via Queen Street at Lemongrass which takes 19h 53m and costs $54.35 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Motueka to Wānaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motueka to Wānaka bus from?

Motueka to Wānaka bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Richmond station.

Bus or fly from Motueka to Wānaka?

The best way to get from Motueka to Wānaka is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus via Queen Street at Lemongrass, which costs $54.35 - $92.39 and takes 19h 53m.

Where does the Motueka to Wānaka bus arrive?

Motueka to Wānaka bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Greymouth station.

Can I drive from Motueka to Wānaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Motueka to Wānaka is 761 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Motueka to Wānaka.

Where can I stay near Wānaka?

There are 595+ hotels available in Wānaka. Prices start at $70.38 per night.
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