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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Patea to Wellington

Composite routes from Patea to Wellington

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
253 km.
from $13
Other
5 h 48 min
Bus, Train
170 km.
from $74.97
5 h 54 min
170 km.
from $59.48
3 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
170 km.
from $223.39

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Patea to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Patea to New
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13
Bus from Palmerston North to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$242.09

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:
$50.97–$62.43

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–$25.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Patea to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Patea to Wellington is to bus which costs $29.35 - $65.22 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Patea to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Patea to Wellington is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Patea and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from Patea to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Patea and arriving at Wellington - Central via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Patea to Wellington?

The distance between Patea and Wellington is 284 km. The road distance is 253.7 km.

How do I travel from Patea to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Patea to Wellington without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 48m and costs $38.04 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Patea to Wellington?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Patea to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patea to Wellington bus from?

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

Where does the Patea to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Patea to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Patea to Wellington is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Patea to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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