How to Travel from
Te Anau to Makarora
by Car
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Te Anau, New Zealand → Makarora, New Zealand
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Te Anau to Makarora
Composite routes from Te Anau to Makarora
Cheapest
3 h 19 min
Car
287 km.
from $15
Route Navigator Te Anau - Makarora
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8 м
8 м
Turn sharp right onto Town Centre
Town Centre, 54 м
54 м
Turn right onto Luxmore Drive
Luxmore Drive, 59 km 658 м
59 km 658 м
Turn left onto Essex Street and take SH 97 toward Queenstown
Essex Street, Queenstown, SH 97, 20 km 679 м
20 km 679 м
Turn left onto Athol Five Rivers Highway and take SH 6 toward Queenstown
Athol Five Rivers Highway, Queenstown, SH 6, 81 km 66 м
81 km 66 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Kingston Road
Kingston Road, 5 km 560 м
5 km 560 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Kawarau Road
Kawarau Road, 1 km 695 м
1 km 695 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Frankton Ladies Mile Highway
Frankton Ladies Mile Highway, 1 km 939 м
1 km 939 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Frankton Ladies Mile Highway
Frankton Ladies Mile Highway, 404 м
404 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Frankton Ladies Mile Highway
Frankton Ladies Mile Highway, 3 km 538 м
3 km 538 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Frankton Ladies Mile Highway
Frankton Ladies Mile Highway, 8 km 39 м
8 km 39 м
Keep left and drive toward Wānaka via Crown Range, Cardrona Ski Area & Distillery
Wānaka via Crown Range, Cardrona Ski Area & Distillery, 31 м
31 м
Turn left onto Crown Range Road
Crown Range Road, 45 km 309 м
45 km 309 м
Turn right onto Riverbank Road
Riverbank Road, 3 km 942 м
3 km 942 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Riverbank Road
Riverbank Road, 2 km 160 м
2 km 160 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Albert Town - Lake Hāwea Road
Albert Town - Lake Hāwea Road, 60 km 970 м
60 km 970 м
Turn right onto Rata Road
Rata Road, 226 м
226 м
Turn left
50 м
50 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
GreatSights
Other from Te Anau to Frankton
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39
Other from Frankton Bus Interchange to Makarora
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$18.48
Other from Frankton Bus Hub to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.52
Other from Wanaka to Makarora
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.52
Other from Queenstown to Makarora
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$18.48
Ritchies Transport
Other from Frankton Bus Hub to Wanaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.78–$11.96
Track Transport
Other from Te Anau to Info
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.91
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Te Anau to Makarora?
The cheapest way to get from Te Anau to Makarora is to bus which costs $23.91 - $35.87 and takes 6h 13m.
What is the fastest way to get from Te Anau to Makarora?
The fastest way to get from Te Anau to Makarora is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Te Anau and Makarora?
No, there is no direct bus from Te Anau to Makarora. However, there are services departing from Te Anau and arriving at Makarora via Frankton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.
How far is it from Te Anau to Makarora?
The distance between Te Anau and Makarora is 336 km. The road distance is 287.4 km.
How do I travel from Te Anau to Makarora without a car?
The best way to get from Te Anau to Makarora without a car is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs $23.91 - $35.87 .
How long does it take to get from Te Anau to Makarora?
It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Te Anau to Makarora, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Te Anau to Makarora bus from?
Te Anau to Makarora bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Te Anau station.
Where does the Te Anau to Makarora bus arrive?
Te Anau to Makarora bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Frankton Bus Interchange station.
Can I drive from Te Anau to Makarora?
Yes, the driving distance between Te Anau to Makarora is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Te Anau to Makarora.
Where can I stay near Makarora?
There are three+ hotels available in Makarora. Prices start at $64.75 per night.
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