What is the cheapest way to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka?

The cheapest way to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka is to bus via Motueka i-Site which costs $100 - $210 and takes 18h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka?

The fastest way to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka is to drive which takes 5h 43m and costs $140 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Fox Glacier and Motueka?

No, there is no direct bus from Fox Glacier to Motueka. However, there are services departing from Fox Glacier and arriving at Motueka i-Site via Greymouth and Richmond Holiday Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.

How far is it from Fox Glacier to Motueka?

The distance between Fox Glacier and Motueka is 540 km. The road distance is 486.7 km.

How do I travel from Fox Glacier to Motueka without a car?

The best way to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka without a car is to bus which takes 11h 22m and costs $180 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka?

It takes approximately 11h 22m to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fox Glacier to Motueka bus from?

Fox Glacier to Motueka bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Fox Glacier station.

Where does the Fox Glacier to Motueka bus arrive?

Fox Glacier to Motueka bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Greymouth station.

Can I drive from Fox Glacier to Motueka?

Yes, the driving distance between Fox Glacier to Motueka is 487 km. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Fox Glacier to Motueka.

Where can I stay near Motueka?

There are 226+ hotels available in Motueka.

Fox Glacier to Motueka - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Fox Glacier to Motueka by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fox Glacier to GreymouthFox Glacier - Greymouth
2. Take the bus from Greymouth to RichmondGreymouth - Nelson
11h 22m
$180–305
Bus via Motueka i-Site
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fox Glacier to Greymouth
2. Take the bus from Greymouth to Richmond
3. Take the bus from Richmond Holiday Park to Motueka i-Site
18h 50m
$105–205
Drive 486.7 km
1. Drive from Fox Glacier to Motueka486.7 km
5h 43m
$149–215
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Fox Glacier to Hokitika
2. Fly from Hokitika (HKK) to Nelson Airport (NSN)HKK - NSN
3. Take the bus from 73 Rutherford Street outside YHA to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel
10h 24m

Hokitika (HKK) to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights

11Weekly Planes

4hAverage Duration

$204Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 539.6 km
Duration: 11h 22m

What companies run services between Fox Glacier, New Zealand and Motueka, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Fox Glacier to Motueka via Greymouth and Richmond in around 11h 22m.

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