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How to get fromDunedin to Benmore Damby train, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunedin to Benmore Dam by train, car, or bus

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  1. Train, drive

    best
    1. Take the train from Dunedin to Oamarutrain train The Victorian
    2. Drive from Oamaru to Benmore Damcar car
    4h 16m
    $144–190

  2. Bus, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Dunedin to Mahenobus bus Christchurch - Dunedin
    2. Drive from Maheno to Benmore Damcar car
    2h 43m
    $59–85

  3. Drive  207.8 km

    1. Drive from Dunedin to Benmore Damcar car 207.8 km
    2h 40m
    $64–93

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  • Distance: 223.7 km
  • Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Dunedin, New Zealand and Benmore Dam, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Dunedin to Benmore Dam. However, you can take the train to Oamaru then drive to Benmore Dam. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunedin to Benmore Dam via Maheno in around 2h 43m.

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