What is the cheapest way to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau?

The cheapest way to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau?

The fastest way to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs $95 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Hanmer Springs and Mārahau?

No, there is no direct bus from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau. However, there are services departing from Hanmer Springs and arriving at Abel Tasman Centre via Christchurch, Blenheim, The Nelson Bus Hub and Motueka i-Site. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 21m.

How far is it from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau?

The distance between Hanmer Springs and Mārahau is 636 km. The road distance is 317.2 km.

How do I travel from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau without a car?

The best way to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau without a car is to bus which takes 14h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau?

It takes approximately 14h 21m to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanmer Springs to Mārahau bus from?

Hanmer Springs to Mārahau bus services, operated by Hanmer Connection, depart from Hanmer Springs station.

Where does the Hanmer Springs to Mārahau bus arrive?

Hanmer Springs to Mārahau bus services, operated by Hanmer Connection, arrive at Christchurch station.

Can I drive from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanmer Springs to Mārahau is 317 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau.

Where can I stay near Mārahau?

There are 265+ hotels available in Mārahau.

Hanmer Springs to Mārahau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau by bus, car, shuttle, or train

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 Hanmer Springs to Christchurch
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelson
4. Take the bus from The Nelson Bus Hub to Motueka Library Wallace Street5
14h 21m
Drive 317.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hanmer Springs to Mārahau317.2 km
3h 47m
$97–140
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Hanmer Springs to Christchurch
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelson
3. Take the bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Abel Tasman Centre
18h 6m
$260–1,070
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hanmer Springs to Christchurch
2. Take the train from Rangiora to Blenheim
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelson
4. Take the bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Abel Tasman Centre
22h 6m
$277–678
Drive, shuttle
1. Drive from Hanmer Springs to Saint Arnaud
2. Take a shuttle bus from Saint Arnaud to Mārahau
4h 47m
$162–553

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 636.1 km
Duration: 14h 21m

What companies run services between Hanmer Springs, New Zealand and Mārahau, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Hanmer Springs to Abel Tasman Centre via Christchurch, Blenheim, Nelson, The Nelson Bus Hub, Motueka Library Wallace Street, and Motueka i-Site in around 14h 21m.

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