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Auckland to Whakatāne

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3 h 25 min
285 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Auckland to Whakatāne

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Cheapest
By car (285 km)
3 h 25 min
285 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 25 min
285 km.
from $10.84
Train, Plane
2 h 45 min
230 km.
from $143.10
Bus via Tauranga
6 h 22 min
230 km.
from $37.65
Bus, Plane
3 h 30 min
230 km.
from $99.62

Transport providers

Bus operators

Baybus

Phone:
0800 4 229 287
Email:
Website:
baybus.co.nz/
Bus from Tauranga City - Durham Street to Domain
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.01–$9.56

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland - Central to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$40.77
Bus from Auckland - Central to Whakatane
Ave. Duration:
6h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.60–$203.86

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Auckland to Whakatane
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$17.84–$280.31

Train operators

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Train from Britomart Train Station 1 to Puhinui
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.55–$3.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Whakatāne is to bus via Tauranga which costs $26.09 - $43.48 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Whakatāne is to train and fly which takes 2h 45m and costs $44.57 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Whakatāne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Whakatane. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Auckland to Whakatāne?

The distance between Auckland and Whakatāne is 254 km. The road distance is 295.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Whakatāne without a car is to bus via Tauranga which takes 6h 22m and costs $26.09 - $43.48 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Auckland to Whakatāne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Whakatāne bus from?

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

Where does the Auckland to Whakatāne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Whakatāne?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Whakatāne is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Auckland to Whakatāne.

Where can I stay near Whakatāne?

There are 72+ hotels available in Whakatāne. Prices start at $52.64 per night.
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