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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karaka to Matamata

Composite routes from Karaka to Matamata

Cheapest
1 h 35 min
Car
135 km.
from $7
Other
3 h 20 min
Bus, Train
110 km.
from $203.42

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Papakura to Matamata
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$36.95

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Email:
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Karaka North Road to Papakura
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.68–$3.19

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.60–$203.86

Train operators

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Train from Papakura Train Station 3 to Puhinui
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Karaka to Matamata?

The cheapest way to get from Karaka to Matamata is to bus which costs $17.39 - $34.78 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karaka to Matamata?

The fastest way to get from Karaka to Matamata is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Karaka and Matamata?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaka to Matamata. However, there are services departing from Karaka North Road and arriving at Matamata via Papakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Karaka to Matamata?

The distance between Karaka and Matamata is 168 km. The road distance is 135.2 km.

How do I travel from Karaka to Matamata without a car?

The best way to get from Karaka to Matamata without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs $17.39 - $34.78 .

How long does it take to get from Karaka to Matamata?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Karaka to Matamata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaka to Matamata bus from?

Karaka to Matamata bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Papakura station.

Where does the Karaka to Matamata bus arrive?

Karaka to Matamata bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Matamata station.

Can I drive from Karaka to Matamata?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaka to Matamata is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Karaka to Matamata.

Where can I stay near Matamata?

There are 63+ hotels available in Matamata. Prices start at $28.15 per night.
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