How to get fromDunedin to Mārahauby plane, bus, shuttle or car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dunedin to Mārahau by plane, bus, shuttle, or car

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Fly to Nelson Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Dunedin (DUD) to Nelson Airport (NSN)DUD - NSN
2. Take the bus from YHA Nelson to Abel Tasman Centre
7h 34m
$439–866
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurch
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelson
4. Take the bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Abel Tasman Centre
17h 37m
$35–246
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Dunedin to Christchurch
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Saint Arnaud
3. Take a shuttle bus from Saint Arnaud to Mārahau
14h
$295–1,526
Drive 784.6 km
1. Drive from Dunedin to Mārahau784.6 km
9h 34m
$242–349
Fly to Woodbourne Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dunedin (DUD) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)DUD - BHE
2. Take the bus from Woodbourne to Nelson
3. Take the bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Abel Tasman Centre
11h 6m
$384–1,521
Fly to Christchurch International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Dunedin (DUD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)DUD - CHC
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Saint Arnaud
3. Take a shuttle bus from Saint Arnaud to Mārahau
10h 45m
$594–2,331

Dunedin to Mārahau by bus

7Weekly Buses

17h 37mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 675.7 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Dunedin, New Zealand and Mārahau, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Dunedin to Abel Tasman Centre via Christchurch, Blenheim, Nelson, and Millers Acre Carpark in around 17h 37m.

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Motueka, New Zealand

Discover how to get to attractions and hotels near Motueka.

Things to do in Motueka

Abel Tasman Coast Track(Opens in a new window)

The Abel Tasman Coast Track is a 60 km long walking track within the Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand. It extends from Marahau in the south to Wainui in the north, with many side tracks. It is one of two main tracks through the park, the other being the Abel Tasman Inland Track, which stretches for 38 km between Tinline Bay and Torrent Bay off the main coastal track. The coastal track is well sheltered, and with mild weather in all seasons, it is accessible and open throughout the year.

Riuwaka River(Opens in a new window)

The Riuwaka River, formerly known as the Riwaka River, is located in the Nelson region in the northwest of New Zealand's South Island. It flows for 20 kilometres, entering Tasman Bay close to the town of Riwaka, 10 kilometres north of Motueka.

Fisherman Island(Opens in a new window)

Fisherman Island is a small island off the coast of New Zealand. It is contained within Abel Tasman National Park.

Adele Island(Opens in a new window)

Motuareronui / Adele Island is a small island off the coast of New Zealand. It is contained within Abel Tasman National Park. In August 2014, the island's name was officially altered to Motuareronui / Adele Island.

Places to stay in Motueka

Avalon Manor Motel(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Motueka Garden Motel(Opens in a new window)

8.3Very Good

Nautilus Lodge Motel(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Haven on Glenaven B&B(Opens in a new window)

9.7Exceptional

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