How to travel from Kerikeri to Motueka, New Zealand
The distance between Kerikeri and Motueka is around 754km (468 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Kerikeri to Motueka by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Motueka → Kerikeri if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Nelson (NSN).
- Duration2h 50m
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical costNZ$415($255)
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Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Auckland - Central then take the train to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton then take the bus to Atawhai.
- Duration22hrs
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costNZ$520($315)
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Wellington then take a ferry to Picton then drive to Motueka.
- Duration16h 10m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical costNZ$360($220)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kerikeri and Motueka
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kerikeri to Motueka by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around NZ$360 ($220) and will take around 16h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately NZ$415 ($255).
The distance between Kerikeri and Motueka is around 754km (468 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 660km (410 miles)
It takes around 2h 50m to get from Kerikeri and Motueka by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kerikeri to Motueka is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx NZ$415 ($255).
The cheapest way to travel between Kerikeri and Motueka is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around NZ$360 ($220) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kerikeri and Motueka. We recommend that you fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Nelson (NSN). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kerikeri and Motueka. We recommend that you fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Nelson (NSN). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kerikeri and Motueka. Flights depart from Kerikeri (KKE) and arrive at Nelson (NSN) - via Auckland (AKL). The flight takes around 2h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Kerikeri to Motueka. There is however a flight that goes via Auckland (AKL). This services will take at least 2h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kerikeri to Motueka typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Kerikeri (KKE) and and arrive into Nelson (NSN).
The closest major airport to Motueka is Nelson Airport (NSN) (NSN) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Motueka. Wellington International Airport (WLG) (WLG) and Palmerston North International Airport (PMR) (PMR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Kerikeri to Motueka. We recommend that you fly from Kerikeri (KKE) to Nelson (NSN). instead which will take 2h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kerikeri to Motueka is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around NZ$415 ($255).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kerikeri and Motueka
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 2h 50m | NZ$415($255) | on demand | 754km (468 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 4h 35m | NZ$420($255) | 4 times a week | 875km (544 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry | 22hrs | NZ$520($315) | 3 times a week | 1,222km (759 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 16h 10m | NZ$360($220) | 4 times a day | 1,136km (706 miles) |
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Airports near Motueka
The following major airports near Motueka offer regular flights to various popular destinations within New Zealand and internationally.
Nelson Airport (NSN)
- Distance
- 27km (17 miles) from Motueka
Wellington International Airport (WLG)
- Distance
- 153km (95 miles) from Motueka
Palmerston North International Airport (PMR)
- Distance
- 237km (147 miles) from Motueka