How to Travel from
Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
by Route or Car
Schedule
Matamata, New Zealand → Waitomo Glowworm Caves, New Zealand
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Composite routes from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Cheapest
1 h 19 min
Car
102 km.
from $5
Other
3 h 21 min
76 km.
from $42.83
1 h 31 min
Taxi, Bus
76 km.
from $321.09
Route Navigator Matamata - Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Get all the information you need right here
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Arawa Street
Arawa Street, 238 м
238 м
Turn left onto Arawa Street
Arawa Street, 289 м
289 м
Turn right onto Tainui Street
Tainui Street, 190 м
190 м
Turn left onto Firth Street
Firth Street, 1 km 231 м
1 km 231 м
Turn right onto Firth Street
Firth Street, 4 km 457 м
4 km 457 м
Continue onto Hopkins Road and drive toward Hobbiton Movie Set Tourist Farm
Hopkins Road, Hobbiton Movie Set Tourist Farm, 3 km 894 м
3 km 894 м
Turn right onto State Highway 29 and take SH 29 toward Hamilton
State Highway 29, Hamilton, SH 29, 9 km 235 м
9 km 235 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Tīrau Road
Tīrau Road, 17 km 748 м
17 km 748 м
Keep left and drive toward Cambridge, Te Awamutu
Cambridge, Te Awamutu, 1 km 624 м
1 km 624 м
Continue onto Tirau Road
Tirau Road, 2 km 886 м
2 km 886 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Shakespeare Street
Shakespeare Street, 1 km 705 м
1 km 705 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Cook Street
Cook Street, 363 м
363 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Pope Terrace
Pope Terrace, 1 km 73 м
1 km 73 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Cambridge Road
Cambridge Road, 18 km 24 м
18 km 24 м
Turn left onto Golf Road
Golf Road, 1 km 771 м
1 km 771 м
Turn left onto Flat Road
Flat Road, 2 km 793 м
2 km 793 м
Turn left
22 м
22 м
Turn left onto Rolleston Street
Rolleston Street, 1 km 694 м
1 km 694 м
Turn right onto Whitmore Street
Whitmore Street, 221 м
221 м
Turn left onto Church Street
Church Street, 139 м
139 м
Turn left onto Lyon Street
Lyon Street, 33 km 679 м
33 km 679 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Waitomo Caves Road
Waitomo Caves Road, 8 km 60 м
8 km 60 м
Keep left
52 м
52 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
Busit
Bus from Matamata to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$9.56
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Matamata to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$30.58
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58
Bus from Kihikihi to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.83–$29.31
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?
The cheapest way to get from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves is to drive which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 1h 22m.
What is the fastest way to get from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?
The fastest way to get from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $16.30 - $25 .
Is there a direct bus between Matamata and Waitomo Glowworm Caves?
No, there is no direct bus from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves. However, there are services departing from Matamata and arriving at Waitomo Township via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
How far is it from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?
The distance between Matamata and Waitomo Glowworm Caves is 137 km. The road distance is 102.9 km.
How do I travel from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves without a car?
The best way to get from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves without a car is to bus which takes 3h 21m and costs $16.30 - $52.17 .
How long does it take to get from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?
It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves bus from?
Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Matamata station.
Where does the Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves bus arrive?
Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.
Can I drive from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves?
Yes, the driving distance between Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Matamata to Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Where can I stay near Waitomo Glowworm Caves?
There are 44+ hotels available in Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Prices start at $56.15 per night.
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