What is the cheapest way to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass?

The cheapest way to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass?

The fastest way to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $110 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Mārahau and Arthur’s Pass?

No, there is no direct bus from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass. However, there are services departing from Abel Tasman Centre and arriving at Arthurs Pass via Motueka Library Wallace Street, Nelson and Greymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

How far is it from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass?

The distance between Mārahau and Arthur’s Pass is 653 km. The road distance is 375.3 km.

How do I travel from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass without a car?

The best way to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass without a car is to bus which takes 12h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass?

It takes approximately 11h 53m to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass bus from?

Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass bus services, operated by eBus, depart from Motueka Library Wallace Street station.

Where does the Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass bus arrive?

Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass bus services, operated by eBus, arrive at The Nelson Bus Hub station.

Can I drive from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass?

Yes, the driving distance between Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass is 375 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass.

Where can I stay near Arthur’s Pass?

There are 18+ hotels available in Arthur’s Pass.

Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass by car, train, bus, shuttle, 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.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Mārahau to Picton
2. Take the train from Picton to Christchurch
3. Take the train from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass
11h 53m
$511–864
Drive 375.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass375.3 km
4h 25m
$112–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Motueka Library Wallace Street to The Nelson Bus Hub5
2. Take the bus from Nelson to Greymouth
3. Take the bus from Greymouth to Arthurs Pass
12h 3m
Shuttle, fly to Christchurch International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Marahau to Nelson
2. Fly from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)NSN - CHC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch International Airport to Arthur's Pass
7h 11m
$360–625
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Abel Tasman Centre to Tahunanui Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Nelson to Westport
3. Take a shuttle bus from Westport to Arthur's Pass
22h 32m
$155–225
Shuttle, fly to Hokitika, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Marahau to Nelson
2. Fly from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Hokitika (HKK)NSN - HKK
3. Take the bus from Kumara Junction to Arthurs Pass
8h 42m
$205–825

Nelson Airport (NSN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) flights

74Weekly Planes

1h 47mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mārahau to Arthur’s Pass.

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Distance: 653.5 km
Duration: 11h 53m

What companies run services between Mārahau, New Zealand and Arthur’s Pass, Canterbury, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Abel Tasman Centre to Arthurs Pass via Motueka Library Wallace Street, The Nelson Bus Hub, Nelson, and Greymouth in around 12h 3m.

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