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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Auckland to Taumarunui

Composite routes from Auckland to Taumarunui

Cheapest
3 h 14 min
Car
279 km.
from $15

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland - Central to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.76–$43.32

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.14–$216.60

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Auckland Strand to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.45–$95.56

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui is to bus which costs $22.83 - $36.96 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Taumarunui?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Taumarunui. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Taumarunui?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Taumarunui Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Auckland to Taumarunui?

The distance between Auckland and Taumarunui is 279 km. The road distance is 286.3 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Taumarunui without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $65.22 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Taumarunui?

The train from Auckland Strand to Taumarunui Station takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Taumarunui bus from?

Auckland to Taumarunui bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Taumarunui train from?

Auckland to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Auckland Strand station.

Train or bus from Auckland to Taumarunui?

The best way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $65.22 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $36.96 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Auckland to Taumarunui bus arrive?

Auckland to Taumarunui bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Taumarunui station.

Where does the Auckland to Taumarunui train arrive?

Auckland to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Taumarunui Station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Taumarunui?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Taumarunui is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Auckland to Taumarunui.

Where can I stay near Taumarunui?

There are 20+ hotels available in Taumarunui. Prices start at $56.30 per night.
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