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Palmerston North to Rotorua

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By car (324 km)
3 h 50 min
324 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Palmerston North to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Palmerston to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$356.76
Plane from Palmerston to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$369.50

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Rotorua is to bus which costs $23.91 - $39.13 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Rotorua is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Palmerston North and Rotorua?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Rotorua. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Palmerston North to Rotorua?

The distance between Palmerston North and Rotorua is 333 km. The road distance is 324.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Rotorua without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $23.91 - $39.13 .

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

The bus from Palmerston North to Rotorua takes 6h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

Bus or fly from Palmerston North to Rotorua?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Rotorua is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $23.91 - $39.13 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $86.96 - $336.96 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Palmerston North to Rotorua bus arrive?

Palmerston North to Rotorua bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Rotorua station.

Can I drive from Palmerston North to Rotorua?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmerston North to Rotorua is 325 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Palmerston North to Rotorua.

Where can I stay near Rotorua?

There are 486+ hotels available in Rotorua. Prices start at $67 per night.
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