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Auckland to Taupō

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3 h 2 min
270 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Auckland to Taupō

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Cheapest
By car (270 km)
3 h 2 min
270 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
3 h 2 min
270 km.
from $10.27
Bus, Plane
3 h 54 min
232 km.
from $111.17
Train, Bus
6 h 6 min
232 km.
from $55.72

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$35.87
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$30.43

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$184.78
Plane from Auckland to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$173.91

Train operators

Te Huia

Phone:
0800 205 305
Email:
Website:
tehuiatrain.co.nz/
Train from The Strand Train Station 1 to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$19.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Taupō is to bus which costs $21.74 - $35.87 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Taupō is to fly which takes 2h 27m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Taupō?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Taupo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Auckland to Taupō?

The distance between Auckland and Taupō is 244 km. The road distance is 273 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Taupō without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $21.74 - $35.87 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Auckland to Taupō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Taupō bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Auckland to Taupō?

The best way to get from Auckland to Taupō is to fly which takes 2h 27m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $35.87 and takes 4h 49m. There are no good options to train between Auckland to Taupō.

Where does the Auckland to Taupō bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Taupō?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Taupō is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Auckland to Taupō.

Where can I stay near Taupō?

There are 479+ hotels available in Taupō. Prices start at $67.11 per night.
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