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How to Travel from

Auckland Airport to Wellington

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$229.35

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.16–$280.31
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$344.02

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Auckland to Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$28.03–$305.80

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Manukau City to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.87–$76.45

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Papakura to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.16–$178.38
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.40–$42.05

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.64–$9.56

Metlink

Phone:
0800 801 700
Website:
metlink.org.nz
Train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.64–$10.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington is to bus which costs $39.13 - $92.39 and takes 12h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 33m and costs $38.04 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Stop A International Airport and arriving at Wellington - Central via Manukau City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 17m.

Is there a direct flight between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wellington?

Yes, there are direct flights between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wellington; these take 1h 5m and cost $34.78 - $195.65 .

How far is it from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington?

The distance between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wellington is 488 km. The road distance is 630.6 km.

How do I travel from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 11h 56m and costs $130.43 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington bus from?

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Manukau City station.

Train, bus or fly from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington?

The best way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 33m and costs $38.04 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130.43 - $163.04 and takes 11h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $39.13 - $92.39 and takes 12h 17m.

Where does the Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington bus arrive?

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Can I drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington is 631 km. It takes approximately 7h 20m to drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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