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How to get fromNelson to Farewell Spitby bus, unknown, or shuttle

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There are 2 ways to get from Nelson to Farewell Spit by bus, unknown, or shuttle

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  1. Bus, travel

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    1. Take the bus from Rutherford Hotel Nelson to Adventure Inn Marahau Backpackersbus bus Morning Departure
    2. Walk from Adventure Inn Marahau Backpackers to Farewell Spitunknown unknown
    2h 19m

  2. Shuttle, travel

    1. Take a shuttle bus from Nelson to Wainui Bayshuttle bus
    2. Walk from Wainui Bay to Farewell Spitunknown unknown
    5h 30m

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  • Distance: 120.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Nelson, New Zealand and Farewell Spit, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Nelson to Farewell Spit. However, you can take the bus to Adventure Inn Marahau Backpackers then travel to Farewell Spit. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle from Nelson to Farewell Spit via Wainui Bay in around 5h 30m.

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