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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Epsom to Rotorua

Composite routes from Epsom to Rotorua

Cheapest
2 h 36 min
Car
224 km.
from $12
Other
6 h 25 min
Train, Bus
190 km.
from $52.65
3 h 42 min
Bus, Plane
190 km.
from $235.76
4 h 10 min
Bus, Train
190 km.
from $117.82

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Papakura to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Auckland - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.21–$42.05

Auckland Transport

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/
Bus from Kimberley Road to Clovernook
Ave. Duration:
7 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.04–$2.29

Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Phone:
+64 9 390 7380
Email:
Website:
cheekykiwitravel.com/
Bus from Auckland to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$99.01–$214.52

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.60–$203.86
Plane from Auckland to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$242.09

Train operators

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Train from Newmarket Train Station 4 to Puhinui
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.91–$2.80

Te Huia

Phone:
0800 205 305
Email:
Website:
tehuiatrain.co.nz/
Train from Puhinui Train Station 2 to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.47–$20.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Epsom to Rotorua?

The cheapest way to get from Epsom to Rotorua is to bus via Papakura Train Station 1 which costs $19.57 - $35.87 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Epsom to Rotorua?

The fastest way to get from Epsom to Rotorua is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Epsom and Rotorua?

No, there is no direct bus from Epsom to Rotorua. However, there are services departing from Melville Park and arriving at Rotorua via Auckland - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Epsom to Rotorua?

The distance between Epsom and Rotorua is 232 km. The road distance is 224.6 km.

How do I travel from Epsom to Rotorua without a car?

The best way to get from Epsom to Rotorua without a car is to bus via Papakura Train Station 1 which takes 5h 17m and costs $19.57 - $35.87 .

How long does it take to get from Epsom to Rotorua?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Epsom to Rotorua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Epsom to Rotorua bus from?

Epsom to Rotorua bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Epsom to Rotorua bus arrive?

Epsom to Rotorua bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Rotorua station.

Can I drive from Epsom to Rotorua?

Yes, the driving distance between Epsom to Rotorua is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Epsom to Rotorua.

Where can I stay near Rotorua?

There are 486+ hotels available in Rotorua. Prices start at $67 per night.
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