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Albany to Wellington

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7 h 40 min
659 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Albany to Wellington

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Cheapest
By car (659 km)
7 h 40 min
659 km.
from $36
Fastest
Plane to Wellington (Paraparaumu Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
7 h 40 min
659 km.
from $8.60
Bus, Train (Bus)
3 h 55 min
506 km.
from $113.24
Bus, Train (Bus)
5 h 38 min
506 km.
from $177.37

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$229.35

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.16–$280.31

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Auckland to Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$28.03–$305.80

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.14–$76.45

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Email:
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Stop A Albany Bus Station to Stop
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.33–$5.10

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Auckland Strand to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.90–$191.12
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.40–$42.05

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Train from Britomart Train Station 1 to Puhinui
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.55–$3.57

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.64–$9.56

Metlink

Phone:
0800 801 700
Email:
Website:
metlink.org.nz
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.64–$10.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Albany to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Wellington is to bus which costs $42.39 - $70.65 and takes 12h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Albany to Wellington is to bus and train and fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $52.17 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany station to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Stop B Albany Bus Station and arriving at Wellington - Central via Auckland - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.

How far is it from Albany to Wellington?

The distance between Albany and Wellington is 536 km. The road distance is 658.4 km.

How do I travel from Albany to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Albany to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs $130.43 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Albany to Wellington?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Albany to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany to Wellington bus from?

Albany to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.

Train or bus from Albany to Wellington?

The best way to get from Albany to Wellington is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs $130.43 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $70.65 and takes 12h 43m.

Where does the Albany to Wellington bus arrive?

Albany to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Can I drive from Albany to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Wellington is 658 km. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Albany to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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