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Ten ways to Travel from Hamilton to Carterton

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Cheapest
By car (496 km)
5 h 40 min
496 km.
from $27
Fastest
Plane from Hamilton (Hamilton International Airport) to Carterton (Palmerston North Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 40 min
496 km.
from $18.87
Bus, Plane (Fly Hamilton International Airport to Wellington)
5 h 53 min
360 km.
from $138.48
Bus
11 h 35 min
360 km.
from $71.33
Train
10 h 32 min
360 km.
from $189.20
Plane
5 h 46 min
360 km.
from $158.48
Bus, Plane (Bus to Auckland)
6 h 46 min
360 km.
from $124.64
Bus, Plane (Bus to Auckland)
7 h 56 min
360 km.
from $171.71
Bus, Plane (Bus to Auckland)
8 h 13 min
360 km.
from $186.38

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.87–$195.65

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Hamilton International Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$336.96
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$239.13
Plane from Auckland to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$239.13

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:
$23.91–$260.87

Tranzit Coachlines Wairarapa

Phone:
+64 6 370 6600
Email:
Website:
tranzit.co.nz/
Bus from Palmerston North to Masterton
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.24

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.35–$46.74
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$29.35

InterCity Link

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/?utm_source=Google_Maps&utm_medium=G_Transit%2B&utm_campaign=G_Transit
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.61–$16.30

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$108.70–$130.43
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.35–$35.87

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:
$6.52–$8.15

Metlink

Phone:
0800 801 700
Email:
Website:
metlink.org.nz
Train from Wellington Station to Carterton
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.24–$13.04
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Carterton?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Carterton is to bus which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 11h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Carterton?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Carterton is to drive which takes 5h 40m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Carterton?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Carterton. However, there are services departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Carterton - Memorial Square via Palmerston North and Masterton - Church Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Carterton?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Carterton station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton and arriving at Carterton Station via Wellington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Carterton?

The distance between Hamilton and Carterton is 487 km. The road distance is 496.7 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Carterton without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Carterton without a car is to train which takes 10h 32m and costs $108.70 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Carterton?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Hamilton to Carterton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Carterton bus from?

Hamilton to Carterton bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Hamilton - Central station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Carterton train from?

Hamilton to Carterton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Hamilton station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Carterton?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Carterton is to train which takes 10h 32m and costs $108.70 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Hamilton to Carterton bus arrive?

Hamilton to Carterton bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Where does the Hamilton to Carterton train arrive?

Hamilton to Carterton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Carterton?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Carterton is 497 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Hamilton to Carterton.

Where can I stay near Carterton?

There are 205+ hotels available in Carterton. Prices start at $50.67 per night.
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