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423 km.
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423 km.
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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 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
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$239.13

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Auckland to Wanganui
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$206.52
Plane from Auckland to Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$23.91–$260.87

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$30.43
Bus from Taupo to Shannon
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$36.96
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Shannon
Ave. Duration:
7h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$50.00
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 Shannon
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$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 Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$86.96–$103.26

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington to Shannon
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$17.39
Train from Paraparaumu to Shannon
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.61–$9.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Shannon is to night bus which costs $30.43 - $50 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Shannon is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Shannon?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Shannon. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Shannon?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Shannon. However, there are services departing from Hamilton and arriving at Shannon via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Shannon?

The distance between Hamilton and Shannon is 431 km. The road distance is 423.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Shannon without a car is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs $86.96 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Hamilton to Shannon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Shannon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Shannon train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Shannon?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Shannon is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs $86.96 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $70.65 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Hamilton to Shannon bus arrive?

Hamilton to Shannon bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Taupo station.

Where does the Hamilton to Shannon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Shannon?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Shannon is 424 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Hamilton to Shannon.

Where can I stay near Shannon?

There are 37+ hotels available in Shannon. Prices start at $52.92 per night.
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