How to get fromTimaru to Motuekaby plane, bus, train, car or shuttle

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There are 7 ways to get from Timaru to Motueka by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Fly to Nelson Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Nelson Airport (NSN)TIU - NSN
2. Take the bus from 73 Rutherford Street outside YHA to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel
6h 43m
Drive 576.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Timaru to Motueka576.6 km
7h
$175–253
Bus, train, drive
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Rolleston
2. Take the train from Christchurch to Picton
3. Drive from Picton to Motueka
12h 53m
$539–913
Bus
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Christchurch
2. Take the bus from Christchurch to Blenheim
3. Take the bus from Blenheim to Nelson
4. Take the bus from Millers Acre to Motueka Library Wallace Street5
14h 8m
Fly to Woodbourne Airport, bus
1. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)TIU - BHE
2. Take the bus from Woodbourne to Nelson
3. Take the bus from Millers Acre to High Street at Avalon Manor Motel
9h 18m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Timaru 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 to Motueka Library Wallace Street5
15h 18m
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Timaru to Christchurch
2. Take a shuttle bus from Christchurch to Nelson
3. Take the bus from Halifax Street Outside Impact Church to Motueka Library Wallace Street5
11h 18m

Timaru (TIU) to Nelson Airport (NSN) flights

23Weekly Planes

5h 29mAverage Duration

$107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 442.3 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Timaru to Motueka Library Wallace Street via Christchurch, Blenheim, Nelson, and Millers Acre in around 14h 8m.

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Motueka, New Zealand

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Things to do in Motueka

Abel Tasman Coast Track(Opens in a new window)

The Abel Tasman Coast Track is a 60 km long walking track within the Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand. It extends from Marahau in the south to Wainui in the north, with many side tracks. It is one of two main tracks through the park, the other being the Abel Tasman Inland Track, which stretches for 38 km between Tinline Bay and Torrent Bay off the main coastal track. The coastal track is well sheltered, and with mild weather in all seasons, it is accessible and open throughout the year.

Riuwaka River(Opens in a new window)

The Riuwaka River, formerly known as the Riwaka River, is located in the Nelson region in the northwest of New Zealand's South Island. It flows for 20 kilometres, entering Tasman Bay close to the town of Riwaka, 10 kilometres north of Motueka.

Fisherman Island(Opens in a new window)

Fisherman Island is a small island off the coast of New Zealand. It is contained within Abel Tasman National Park.

Adele Island(Opens in a new window)

Motuareronui / Adele Island is a small island off the coast of New Zealand. It is contained within Abel Tasman National Park. In August 2014, the island's name was officially altered to Motuareronui / Adele Island.

Places to stay in Motueka

Avalon Manor Motel(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Motueka Garden Motel(Opens in a new window)

8.3Very Good

Nautilus Lodge Motel(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Haven on Glenaven B&B(Opens in a new window)

9.7Exceptional

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