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Timaru to Motueka

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7 h 10 min
586 km.
from $32
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Six ways to Travel from Timaru to Motueka

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Cheapest
By car (586 km)
7 h 10 min
586 km.
from $32
Other
Rideshare
7 h 10 min
586 km.
from $7.64
Bus
14 h 3 min
392 km.
from $100.57
Bus, Train (Bus)
11 h 4 min
391 km.
from $162.45
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 52 min
391 km.
from $152.95
Bus, Train (Bus)
23 h 12 min
391 km.
from $151.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Timaru to Church
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Blenheim to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Timaru to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$43.32

Nelson Lakes Shuttles

Phone:
+64 (3) 540 2042
Email:
Website:
nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$127.22–$636.09

The Better Bus

Phone:
+64 27 577 6975
Email:
Website:
betterbus.co.nz/
Bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Motueka
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.73

eBus

Phone:
+64 03 546 0200
Email:
Website:
ebus.nz/
Bus from Nelson City Centre Interchange to High
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.08

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$318.54

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$285.61
Train from Christchurch to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.93–$285.61
Train from Rangiora to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.56–$285.61

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Motueka is to bus which costs $51.09 - $103.26 and takes 14h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Motueka is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $141.30 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Timaru and Motueka?

No, there is no direct bus from Timaru to Motueka. However, there are services departing from Timaru and arriving at High Street at Avalon Manor Motel via Christchurch, Blenheim and Nelson City Centre Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 3m.

How far is it from Timaru to Motueka?

The distance between Timaru and Motueka is 427 km. The road distance is 590.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Timaru to Motueka without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 52m and costs $119.57 - $326.09 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Timaru to Motueka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Timaru to Motueka bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Timaru to Motueka?

The best way to get from Timaru to Motueka is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $141.30 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $103.26 and takes 14h 3m.

Where does the Timaru to Motueka bus arrive?

Timaru to Motueka bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Timaru to Motueka?

Yes, the driving distance between Timaru to Motueka is 590 km. It takes approximately 7h 7m to drive from Timaru to Motueka.

Where can I stay near Motueka?

There are 211+ hotels available in Motueka. Prices start at $75.97 per night.
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