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There are 3 ways to get from Franz Josef / Waiau to Motueka by bus, car, or plane

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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
$140–203
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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Motueka, New Zealand

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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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