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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hamilton to Waikanae

Composite routes from Hamilton to Waikanae

Cheapest
5 h 23 min
Car
461 km.
from $25

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

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

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$48.91
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 Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$28.26
Bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$31.52

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 Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$97.83–$119.57

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington Station to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.07–$9.24
Train from Palmerston North to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.33–$13.04

Metlink

Phone:
0800 801 700
Email:
Website:
metlink.org.nz
Train from Wellington Station to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Waikanae is to bus which costs $30.43 - $48.91 and takes 7h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Waikanae is to drive and fly and train which takes 4h 40m and costs $108.70 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Waikanae?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Waikanae. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Waikanae?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Waikanae station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton and arriving at Waikanae Station via Paraparaumu Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Waikanae?

The distance between Hamilton and Waikanae is 496 km. The road distance is 461.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Waikanae without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Hamilton to Waikanae, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Waikanae bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Waikanae train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Waikanae?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Waikanae is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $48.91 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Hamilton to Waikanae bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Hamilton and Waikanae?

It is currently 01:15 at both, Hamilton and Waikanae.

Where does the Hamilton to Waikanae train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Waikanae?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Waikanae is 462 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Hamilton to Waikanae.

Where can I stay near Waikanae?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waikanae. Prices start at $61.93 per night.
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