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How to get fromWhangārei to Spirits Bayby bus, unknown, car, or car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Whangārei to Spirits Bay by bus, unknown, car, or car ferry

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  1. Bus, travel

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    1. Take the bus from Whangarei to Kerikeribus bus
    2. Take the bus from Kerikeri to Lake Ohiabus bus
    3. Walk from Lake Ohia to Spirits Bayunknown unknown
    5h 21m

  2. Drive, car ferry, travel

    1. Drive from Whangārei to Rangiora Ferry Terminalcar car
    2. Take the carferry from Rangiora Ferry Terminal to Rawenecarferry car ferry
    3. Walk from Rawene to Spirits Bayunknown unknown
    4h 40m

  3. Bus, travel via Pukenui

    1. Take the bus from Whangarei to Kerikeribus bus
    2. Take the bus from Kerikeri to Awanuibus bus
    3. Walk from Pukenui to Spirits Bayunknown unknown
    6h 35m

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  • Distance: 254.8 km
  • Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Whangārei, New Zealand and Spirits Bay, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Whangārei to Spirits Bay. However, you can take the bus to Kerikeri, take the bus to Lake Ohia, then travel to Spirits Bay. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Whangārei to Spirits Bay via Rangiora Ferry Terminal and Rawene in around 4h 40m.

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