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How to Travel from

Kaikōura to Tauranga

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Kaikoura to Picton
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Wellington - Central to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$70.08
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Kaikoura to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Rotorua Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Woodbourne Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$382.24
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$369.50
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$356.76

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Kaikoura to Blenheim
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$296.37
Train from Kaikoura to Picton
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.08–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Picton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kaikōura to Tauranga?

The cheapest way to get from Kaikōura to Tauranga is to bus and car ferry which costs $86.96 - $250 and takes 18h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kaikōura to Tauranga?

The fastest way to get from Kaikōura to Tauranga is to bus and fly which takes 6h 41m and costs $103.26 - $369.57 .

How far is it from Kaikōura to Tauranga?

The distance between Kaikōura and Tauranga is 614 km.

How do I travel from Kaikōura to Tauranga without a car?

The best way to get from Kaikōura to Tauranga without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 18h 30m and costs $86.96 - $250 .

How long does it take to get from Kaikōura to Tauranga?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Kaikōura to Tauranga, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Tauranga?

There are 497+ hotels available in Tauranga. Prices start at $76.12 per night.
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