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How to get fromNelson to Awaroa Bayby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Nelson to Awaroa Bay by bus or ferry

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  1. Bus, Water taxi via Abel Tasman Centre

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    1. Take the bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Abel Tasman Centrebus bus
    2. Take the ferry from Marahau to Awaroaferry ferry
    3h 52m
    $83–103

  2. Bus, Water taxi

    1. Take the bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Kaiteriteribus bus
    2. Take the ferry from Kaiteriteri to Awaroaferry ferry
    4h 12m
    $85–105

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Map of how to get from Nelson to Awaroa Bay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 93.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Nelson, New Zealand and Awaroa Bay, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Nelson to Awaroa Bay. However, you can take the bus to Abel Tasman Centre, walk to Marahau, then take the ferry to Awaroa. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Awaroa via Kaiteriteri and Kaiteriteri in around 4h 12m.

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