What is the cheapest way to get from Manapouri to Dunedin?

The cheapest way to get from Manapouri to Dunedin is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manapouri to Dunedin?

The fastest way to get from Manapouri to Dunedin is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Manapouri and Dunedin?

No, there is no direct bus from Manapouri to Dunedin. However, there are services departing from Te Anau and arriving at Otago University via Frankton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Manapouri to Dunedin?

The distance between Manapouri and Dunedin is 467 km. The road distance is 287.9 km.

How do I travel from Manapouri to Dunedin without a car?

The best way to get from Manapouri to Dunedin without a car is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs $170 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Manapouri to Dunedin?

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Manapouri to Dunedin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manapouri to Dunedin bus from?

Manapouri to Dunedin bus services, operated by GreatSights, depart from Te Anau station.

Where does the Manapouri to Dunedin bus arrive?

Manapouri to Dunedin bus services, operated by GreatSights, arrive at Frankton Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Manapouri to Dunedin?

Yes, the driving distance between Manapouri to Dunedin is 288 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Manapouri to Dunedin.

Where can I stay near Dunedin?

There are 295+ hotels available in Dunedin.

Manapouri to Dunedin - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and Tour

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There are 4 ways to get from Manapouri to Dunedin by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Te Anau to Frankton Bus Interchangebus Queenstown - Milford Sound
2. Take the bus from Frankton Bus Interchange to Otago Universitybus Queenstown - Dunedin
7h 35m
$176–251
Drive 287.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Manapouri to Dunedincar 287.9 km
3h 29m
$84–121
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Te Anau to Dunedinshuttle Te Anau to Dunedin via the Catlins and Invercargill
11h 16m
$281–397
Bus via Queenstown
1. Take the bus from Te Anau to Queenstownbus Queenstown - Milford Sound
2. Take the bus from Queenstown to Dunedinbus Queenstown - Dunedin
8h 31m
$178–256

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Distance: 467 km
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a vehicle from Manapouri to Otago University via Te Anau and Frankton Bus Interchange in around 7h 35m.

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