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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hamilton to Wellington

Composite routes from Hamilton to Wellington

Cheapest
6 h 7 min
Car
519 km.
from $28
Other
3 h 7 min
Plane
390 km.
from $147.39
4 h 7 min
Bus, Plane
390 km.
from $113.55
6 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
390 km.
from $168.84
4 h 52 min
Bus, Plane
390 km.
from $220.39
5 h 40 min
Bus, Plane
390 km.
from $134.78

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 New Plymouth Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$206.52
Plane from Rotorua to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.39–$206.52

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Taupo to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$206.52

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$54.35
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$29.35
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitara
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$33.70
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$30.43
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$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

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Wellington is to bus which costs $33.70 - $54.35 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Wellington is to drive and fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $103.26 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamilton and arriving at Wellington. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Wellington?

The distance between Hamilton and Wellington is 408 km. The road distance is 519 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs $108.70 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Hamilton to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Wellington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Wellington train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hamilton to Wellington?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Wellington is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $59.78 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $130.43 and takes 8h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $33.70 - $54.35 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Hamilton to Wellington bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Hamilton and Wellington?

It is currently 02:49 at both, Hamilton and Wellington.

Where does the Hamilton to Wellington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Wellington is 519 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Hamilton 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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