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How to get fromTimaru to Otematataby bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Timaru to Otematata by bus or car

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Timaru to Ashburtonbus bus Christchurch - Dunedin
    2. Take the bus from Ashburton to Omaramabus bus Christchurch - Queenstown
    6h 25m

  2. Drive 135.7 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Timaru to Otematatacar car 135.7 km
    1h 36m
    $40–58

  3. Bus via Omarama

    1. Take the bus from Timaru to Ashburtonbus bus Christchurch - Dunedin
    2. Take the bus from Ashburton to Omaramabus bus Christchurch - Queenstown
    9h 31m

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Map of how to get from Timaru to Otematata.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 329.8 km
  • Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Timaru to Otematata via Ashburton and Omarama in around 6h 25m.

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