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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Motueka is to drive and car ferry which costs $300 - $750 and takes 13h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Motueka is to drive and car ferry which takes 13h 24m and costs $300 - $750.

How far is it from Auckland to Motueka?

The distance between Auckland and Motueka is 585 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Auckland to Motueka, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Motueka?

There are 232+ hotels available in Motueka.

Auckland to Motueka - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Auckland to Motueka by plane, bus, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Nelson Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Nelson Airport (NSN)AKL - NSN
2. Take the bus from 73 Rutherford Street outside YHA to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel
6h 38m
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Auckland to Wellington
2. Take the car ferry from Wellington to Picton
3. Drive from Picton to Motueka
13h 24m
$304–750
Fly to Woodbourne Airport, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)AKL - BHE
2. Take the bus from Woodbourne to Nelson
3. Take the bus from Millers Acre to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel
8h 17m

Auckland (AKL) to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights

124Weekly Planes

2h 22mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 585.1 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Motueka, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Auckland to Motueka. However, you can take the train to Puhinui Train Station 2, walk to Stop A Puhinui, take the bus to Stop A International Airport, walk to Auckland (AKL) airport, fly to Nelson Airport (NSN), walk to Nelson Airport Terminal, take the line 4 bus to Vanguard Street Outside Kitchen Things, walk to 73 Rutherford Street outside YHA, then take the bus to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Auckland to Motueka via Wellington and Picton in around 13h 24m.

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