What is the cheapest way to get from Motueka to Brightwater?

The cheapest way to get from Motueka to Brightwater is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Motueka to Brightwater?

The fastest way to get from Motueka to Brightwater is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Motueka and Brightwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Motueka to Brightwater. However, there are services departing from Motueka Library Wallace Street and arriving at Lord Rutherford Road at Brightwater Hall via 73 Rutherford Street outside YHA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Motueka to Brightwater?

The distance between Motueka and Brightwater is 75 km. The road distance is 36.6 km.

How do I travel from Motueka to Brightwater without a car?

The best way to get from Motueka to Brightwater without a car is to bus and line 6 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Motueka to Brightwater?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Motueka to Brightwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motueka to Brightwater bus from?

Motueka to Brightwater bus services, operated by eBus, depart from Motueka Library Wallace Street station.

Where does the Motueka to Brightwater bus arrive?

Motueka to Brightwater bus services, operated by eBus, arrive at 84 Rutherford Street outside Defence Careers station.

Can I drive from Motueka to Brightwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Motueka to Brightwater is 37 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Motueka to Brightwater.

Where can I stay near Brightwater?

There are 363+ hotels available in Brightwater.

Motueka to Brightwater - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 6 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Motueka to Brightwater by bus, car, or taxi

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

Bus, line 6 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Motueka Library Wallace Street to 84 Rutherford Street outside Defence Careers5
2. Take the bus from 73 Rutherford Street outside YHA to Lord Rutherford Road at Brightwater Hall6
2h 51m
Drive 36.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Motueka to Brightwater36.6 km
32 min
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motueka to Brightwater36.6 km
32 min
$100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Motueka i-Site to Richmond Holiday Park
8h 4m
$25–65

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 75.2 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Motueka, New Zealand and Brightwater, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Motueka Library Wallace Street to Lord Rutherford Road at Brightwater Hall via 84 Rutherford Street outside Defence Careers and 73 Rutherford Street outside YHA in around 2h 51m.

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