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Palmerston North to Wellington

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By car (140 km)
1 h 47 min
140 km.
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1 h 47 min
140 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.69–$61.16

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$24.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Wellington is to bus which costs $14.13 - $29.35 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Wellington is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $22.83 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Palmerston North and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Palmerston North and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Wellington. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Palmerston North to Wellington?

The distance between Palmerston North and Wellington is 136 km. The road distance is 140.6 km.

How do I travel from Palmerston North to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $16.30 - $52.17 .

How long does it take to get from Palmerston North to Wellington?

The train from Palmerston North to Wellington takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Wellington bus from?

Palmerston North to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Palmerston North station.

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Wellington train from?

Palmerston North to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Capital Connection, depart from Palmerston North station.

Train or bus from Palmerston North to Wellington?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Wellington is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $16.30 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $29.35 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Palmerston North to Wellington bus arrive?

Palmerston North to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Where does the Palmerston North to Wellington train arrive?

Palmerston North to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Capital Connection, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Palmerston North to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmerston North to Wellington is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Palmerston North to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $64.16 per night.
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