How far is it from Motueka to Farewell Spit?

The distance between Motueka and Farewell Spit is 99 km.

How do I travel from Motueka to Farewell Spit without a car?

The best way to get from Motueka to Farewell Spit without a car is to bus and Water taxi and travel which takes 4h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Motueka to Farewell Spit?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Motueka to Farewell Spit, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Farewell Spit?

There are 31+ hotels available in Farewell Spit.

Motueka to Farewell Spit - 2 ways to travel via bus, and Water taxi

There are 2 ways to get from Motueka to Farewell Spit by bus, ferry, or unknown

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Bus, Water taxi, travel
best
1. Take the bus from Motueka i-Site to Kaiteriteri
2. Take the ferry from Kaiteriteri to Totaranui
3. Walk from Totaranui to Farewell Spit
4h 18m
Bus, travel
1. Take the bus from Motueka to Brown HutGolden Bay
2. Walk from Collingwood to Farewell Spit
4h 43m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 99.3 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Motueka, New Zealand and Farewell Spit, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Motueka to Farewell Spit. However, you can take the bus to Kaiteriteri, walk to Kaiteriteri, take the ferry to Totaranui, then travel to Farewell Spit. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Motueka to Farewell Spit via Brown Hut and Collingwood in around 4h 43m.

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