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Stratford to Wellington

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3 h 55 min
311 km.
from $17
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Six ways to Travel from Stratford to Wellington

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Cheapest
By car (311 km)
3 h 55 min
311 km.
from $17
Fastest
Plane from Stratford (New Plymouth Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
3 h 55 min
311 km.
from $11.83
Bus, Plane
3 h 8 min
220 km.
from $219.20
Bus
6 h 49 min
220 km.
from $63.65
Bus, Train
6 h 43 min
220 km.
from $79.76

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Stratford to New
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.47–$29.31
Bus from Stratford to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
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 Stratford to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Wellington is to bus which costs $31.52 - $65.22 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Wellington is to bus and fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $92.39 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Stratford and arriving at Wellington - Central via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Stratford to Wellington?

The distance between Stratford and Wellington is 321 km. The road distance is 311.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Wellington without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 43m and costs $40.22 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Stratford to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Wellington bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stratford to Wellington?

The best way to get from Stratford to Wellington is to bus which takes 6h 49m and costs $31.52 - $65.22 . There are no good options to train or fly between Stratford to Wellington.

Where does the Stratford to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Wellington is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Stratford 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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