What is the cheapest way to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka?

The cheapest way to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka?

The fastest way to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs $130 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Franz Josef / Waiau and Motueka?

No, there is no direct bus from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka. However, there are services departing from Franz Josef and arriving at Motueka i-Site via Greymouth and Richmond Holiday Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

How far is it from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka?

The distance between Franz Josef / Waiau and Motueka is 516 km. The road distance is 463.5 km.

How do I travel from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka without a car?

The best way to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka without a car is to bus which takes 11h 39m and costs $95 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka?

It takes approximately 11h 39m to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka bus from?

Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Franz Josef station.

Where does the Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka bus arrive?

Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Greymouth station.

Can I drive from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka?

Yes, the driving distance between Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka is 463 km. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka.

Where can I stay near Motueka?

There are 244+ hotels available in Motueka.

Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Franz Josef / Waiau 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 Franz Josef to GreymouthFox Glacier - Greymouth
2. Take the bus from Greymouth to RichmondGreymouth - Nelson
11h 39m
$98–215
Drive 463.5 km
1. Drive from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka463.5 km
5h 26m
$138–199
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Franz Josef to Hokitika
2. Fly from Hokitika (HKK) to Nelson Airport (NSN)HKK - NSN
3. Take the bus from Rutherford Hotel Nelson to Motueka i-Site
9h 20m
$170–773

Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka by bus

5Weekly Buses

11h 39mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 515.7 km
Duration: 11h 39m

What companies run services between Franz Josef / Waiau, New Zealand and Motueka, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Franz Josef to Motueka i-Site via Greymouth and Richmond Holiday Park in around 11h 39m.

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