Getting here is easy
Whether you are doing a full South Island tour or coming specifically to explore the Waitaki Region, getting here could not be easier.
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Located just 2 hours drive north of Dunedin airport or 3 hours drive South of Christchurch airport, Oamaru is the ideal base from which to explore the mighty Waitaki Region.
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By Car
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South from Christchurch via
Inland Route:
Christchurch - Omarama:
Wind your way through the McKenzie basin via State Highway 8 to Omarama - 345km
Omarama - Oamaru:
Drive down through the Waitaki Valley via State Highway 82 - 118km
South from Christchurch via
Direct Route:
Christchurch - Oamaru:
State Highway 1, the main highway down the east coast of the South Island, 3 hours south of Christchurch is Oamaru
North from Dunedin:
Dunedin - Oamaru: via State Highway 1, Oamaru is 1 1/2 hours north of Dunedin
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By Train
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Moeraki Boulders Seasider

The Seasider trip runs north of Dunedin on a section of railway which is considered a highlight in the rail network in New Zealand. A great scenic trip with two hours at the boulders.
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Oamaru Seasider
Head all the way from Dunedin to Oamaru on one of NZ's most beautiful short rail journeys. One way or return trips available.
