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How to get fromNelson to Motueka Riverby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson to Motueka River by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Millers Acre Carpark to Happy Apple Backpackersbus bus
    2. Take the taxi from Happy Apple Backpackers to Motueka Rivertaxi taxi
    1h 13m
    $110–150

  2. Drive 57.9 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Nelson to Motueka Rivercar car 57.9 km
    54 min
    $17–25

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Motueka Rivertaxi taxi 57.9 km
    54 min
    $160–200

  4. Line 1 bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from The Nelson Bus Hub to Berryfield Drive Central Parkbus bus 1 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Berryfield Drive Central Park to Motueka Rivertaxi taxi
    1h 29m
    $124–155

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 79.1 km
  • Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Nelson, New Zealand and Motueka River, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Nelson to Motueka River. However, you can take the bus to Happy Apple Backpackers then take the taxi to Motueka River. Alternatively, you can drive from Nelson to Motueka River in around 54 min.

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