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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Motueka is to bus which costs $7 - $40 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Motueka is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Motueka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Nelson Bus Hub and arriving at High Street at Avalon Manor Motel. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Nelson to Motueka?

The distance between Nelson and Motueka is 50 km. The road distance is 47.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Motueka without a car is to bus which takes 1h 12m and costs $7 - $40.

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

The bus from The Nelson Bus Hub to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Motueka bus from?

Nelson to Motueka bus services, operated by eBus, depart from The Nelson Bus Hub station.

Where does the Nelson to Motueka bus arrive?

Nelson to Motueka bus services, operated by eBus, arrive at High Street at Avalon Manor Motel station.

Can I drive from Nelson to Motueka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Motueka is 47 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Nelson to Motueka.

Where can I stay near Motueka?

There are 213+ hotels available in Motueka.

Nelson to Motueka - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Nelson to Motueka 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
best
1. Take the bus from The Nelson Bus Hub to High Street at Avalon Manor Motelbus 5
1h 12m
$7–40
Drive 47.3 km
1. Drive from Nelson to Motuekacar 47.3 km
41 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Motuekataxi 47.3 km
41 min
$130–170

Nelson to Motueka by bus

27Weekly Buses

1h 12mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nelson to Motueka.

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Distance: 50.3 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

eBus operates a bus from The Nelson Bus Hub to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel 3 times a day. Tickets cost $7–11 and the journey takes 1h 12m. The Better Bus also services this route once daily.

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