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How to get fromDunedin to Otematataby train, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunedin to Otematata 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 Otematatacar car
    4h 9m
    $141–185

  2. Drive 201.9 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Dunedin to Otematatacar car 201.9 km
    2h 33m
    $59–86

  3. Bus, drive

    1. Take the bus from Dunedin to Mahenobus bus Christchurch - Dunedin
    2. Drive from Maheno to Otematatacar car
    2h 36m

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 217.7 km
  • Duration: 4h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Dunedin to Otematata. However, you can take the train to Oamaru then drive to Otematata. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunedin to Otematata via Maheno in around 2h 36m.

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