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Matamata to Palmerston North

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4 h 11 min
364 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Matamata to Palmerston North

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Cheapest
By car (364 km)
4 h 11 min
364 km.
from $20
Fastest
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Other
Rideshare
4 h 11 min
364 km.
from $13.85
Taxi, Plane
3 h 33 min
282 km.
from $331.27
Taxi, Train
6 h 52 min
282 km.
from $454.22
Bus, Plane
5 h 11 min
282 km.
from $169.26
Bus via Rotorua
7 h 52 min
282 km.
from $53.93

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Tirau to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$29.31–$47.14
Bus from Matamata to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
Bus from Rotorua to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
4h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87
Bus from Matamata to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$382.24
Plane from Auckland to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$280.31

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$101.93–$121.04

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Matamata to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Matamata to Palmerston North is to bus which costs $35.87 - $53.26 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matamata to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Matamata to Palmerston North is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $184.78 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Matamata and Palmerston North?

No, there is no direct bus from Matamata to Palmerston North. However, there are services departing from Matamata and arriving at Palmerston North via Rotorua. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Matamata to Palmerston North?

The distance between Matamata and Palmerston North is 360 km. The road distance is 364.7 km.

How do I travel from Matamata to Palmerston North without a car?

The best way to get from Matamata to Palmerston North without a car is to taxi and train which takes 6h 52m and costs $282.61 - $347.83 .

How long does it take to get from Matamata to Palmerston North?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Matamata to Palmerston North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matamata to Palmerston North bus from?

Matamata to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Matamata station.

Where does the Matamata to Palmerston North bus arrive?

Matamata to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Rotorua station.

Can I drive from Matamata to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Matamata to Palmerston North is 365 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Matamata to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 93+ hotels available in Palmerston North. Prices start at $63.62 per night.
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