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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Levin to Waitomo Caves

Composite routes from Levin to Waitomo Caves

Cheapest
4 h 18 min
Car
363 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Levin to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$30.58
Bus from Palmerston North to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.31–$48.42
Bus from Taumarunui to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Manukau City to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Kihikihi to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.47–$30.58
Bus from Levin to Whanganui
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Palmerston to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$280.31
Plane from Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$394.99

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Wanganui Airport to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.41–$242.09

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Palmerston North to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$70.08–$89.19

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Levin to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.01–$9.56
Train from Levin to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$16.56

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Levin to Waitomo Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Levin to Waitomo Caves is to bus which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 7h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Levin to Waitomo Caves?

The fastest way to get from Levin to Waitomo Caves is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Levin and Waitomo Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Levin to Waitomo Caves. However, there are services departing from Levin and arriving at Waitomo Township via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Levin to Waitomo Caves?

The distance between Levin and Waitomo Caves is 409 km. The road distance is 367.7 km.

How do I travel from Levin to Waitomo Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Levin to Waitomo Caves without a car is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $34.78 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Levin to Waitomo Caves?

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Levin to Waitomo Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Levin to Waitomo Caves bus from?

Levin to Waitomo Caves bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Levin station.

Where does the Levin to Waitomo Caves bus arrive?

Levin to Waitomo Caves bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Levin to Waitomo Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Levin to Waitomo Caves is 368 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Levin to Waitomo Caves.

Where can I stay near Waitomo Caves?

There are 45+ hotels available in Waitomo Caves. Prices start at $58.27 per night.
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