How to Travel from
Ohakune to Tīrau
by Route or Car
Schedule
Ohakune, New Zealand → Tīrau, New Zealand
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ohakune to Tīrau
Composite routes from Ohakune to Tīrau
Cheapest
2 h 35 min
Car
228 km.
from $12
Other
5 h 38 min
Train, Bus
162 km.
from $166.59
Route Navigator Ohakune - Tīrau
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At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Ayr Street
Ayr Street, 303 м
303 м
Turn right onto Old Station Road
Old Station Road, 155 м
155 м
Continue onto Tohunga Road
Tohunga Road, 8 km 485 м
8 km 485 м
Turn right onto State Highway 4 and take SH 4 toward National Park
State Highway 4, National Park, SH 4, 26 km 53 м
26 km 53 м
Turn sharp right onto State Highway 47 and take SH 47 toward Whakapapa Village, Tūrangi
State Highway 47, Whakapapa Village, Tūrangi, SH 47, 46 km 304 м
46 km 304 м
Turn left onto Tokaanu Road and take SH 41 toward Taumarunui
Tokaanu Road, Taumarunui, SH 41, 19 km 254 м
19 km 254 м
Turn right onto Western Bay Road and take SH 32 toward Tokoroa
Western Bay Road, Tokoroa, SH 32, 67 km 909 м
67 km 909 м
Turn right onto Whakamaru Road and take SH 30 toward Tokoroa, Rotorua
Whakamaru Road, Tokoroa, Rotorua, SH 30, 1 km 285 м
1 km 285 м
Continue onto Whakamaru Road and take SH 32 toward Tokoroa, Hamilton
Whakamaru Road, Tokoroa, Hamilton, SH 32, 24 km 407 м
24 km 407 м
Turn left onto Old Taupo Road
Old Taupo Road, 4 km 228 м
4 km 228 м
Turn right onto Matanuku Road
Matanuku Road, 2 km 229 м
2 km 229 м
Turn left onto Paraonui Road
Paraonui Road, 5 km 268 м
5 km 268 м
Turn right onto Wiltsdown Road
Wiltsdown Road, 2 km 187 м
2 km 187 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Wiltsdown Road
Wiltsdown Road, 127 м
127 м
Keep left onto Wiltsdown Road
Wiltsdown Road, 464 м
464 м
Continue onto State Highway 1
State Highway 1, 11 km 763 м
11 km 763 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Tīrau Street
Tīrau Street, 8 km 261 м
8 km 261 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto State Highway 1
State Highway 1, 1 km 232 м
1 km 232 м
Turn right onto Station Street
Station Street, 209 м
209 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
Busit
Bus from 123 Knighton Rd to Tirau
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.92
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Ohakune to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.93–$40.77
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Tirau
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$30.58
Train operators
KiwiRail - Northern Explorer
Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Ohakune to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.71–$82.82
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Tīrau?
The cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Tīrau is to bus and night bus which costs $30.43 - $65.22 and takes 5h 50m.
What is the fastest way to get from Ohakune to Tīrau?
The fastest way to get from Ohakune to Tīrau is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .
Is there a direct bus between Ohakune and Tīrau?
No, there is no direct bus from Ohakune to Tīrau. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Tirau via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
How far is it from Ohakune to Tīrau?
The distance between Ohakune and Tīrau is 284 km. The road distance is 228.2 km.
How do I travel from Ohakune to Tīrau without a car?
The best way to get from Ohakune to Tīrau without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 38m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .
How long does it take to get from Ohakune to Tīrau?
It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Ohakune to Tīrau, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ohakune to Tīrau bus from?
Ohakune to Tīrau bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Ohakune station.
Where does the Ohakune to Tīrau bus arrive?
Ohakune to Tīrau bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.
Can I drive from Ohakune to Tīrau?
Yes, the driving distance between Ohakune to Tīrau is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Ohakune to Tīrau.
Where can I stay near Tīrau?
There are 63+ hotels available in Tīrau. Prices start at $28.15 per night.
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