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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hamilton to Palmerston North

Composite routes from Hamilton to Palmerston North

Cheapest
4 h 29 min
Car
393 km.
from $21

Transport providers

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
Bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$28.26

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

Airlines

Air New Zealand

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

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Auckland to Wanganui
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$206.52

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$86.96–$103.26
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.48–$53.26

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$21.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Palmerston North is to bus which costs $29.35 - $46.74 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Palmerston North is to bus and fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $92.39 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamilton and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Palmerston North?

The distance between Hamilton and Palmerston North is 401 km. The road distance is 393.6 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Palmerston North without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Palmerston North without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $86.96 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Palmerston North?

The train from Hamilton to Palmerston North takes 6h 5m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Palmerston North bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Palmerston North train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Palmerston North?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Palmerston North is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $86.96 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $46.74 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Hamilton to Palmerston North bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hamilton to Palmerston North train arrive?

Hamilton to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Palmerston North is 394 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Hamilton to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 93+ hotels available in Palmerston North. Prices start at $63.62 per night.
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