How to Travel from
Taupō to Ōtaki
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Taupō to Ōtaki
Composite routes from Taupō to Ōtaki
Cheapest
3 h 40 min
Car
299 km.
from $16
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21 м
21 м
Turn right onto Tonga Street
Tonga Street, 264 м
264 м
Turn left onto Scannell Street
Scannell Street, 71 м
71 м
Turn right onto Duncan Street
Duncan Street, 327 м
327 м
Turn right onto Rifle Range Road
Rifle Range Road, 95 м
95 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Rifle Range Road
Rifle Range Road, 290 м
290 м
Turn left onto Mere Road
Mere Road, 1 km 38 м
1 km 38 м
Turn left onto Lake Terrace
Lake Terrace, 3 km 817 м
3 km 817 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Lake Terrace
Lake Terrace, 2 km 124 м
2 km 124 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto State Highway 1
State Highway 1, 134 km 663 м
134 km 663 м
Turn slight right onto Hautapu Street and drive toward Palmerston North
Hautapu Street, Palmerston North, 81 km 65 м
81 km 65 м
Turn left onto Bridge Street and take SH 1, SH 3 toward Wellington, Palmerston North
Bridge Street, Wellington, Palmerston North, SH 1, SH 3, 3 km 803 м
3 km 803 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto State Highway 1
State Highway 1, 4 km 641 м
4 km 641 м
Turn right onto Wellington Road and take SH 1 toward Wellington
Wellington Road, Wellington, SH 1, 69 km 648 м
69 km 648 м
Keep left and drive toward Ōtaki, Ōtaki Beach, Te Horo
Ōtaki, Ōtaki Beach, Te Horo, 413 м
413 м
Turn right onto Main Highway and drive toward Ōtaki, Ōtaki Beach, Te Horo
Main Highway, Ōtaki, Ōtaki Beach, Te Horo, 496 м
496 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Mill Road
Mill Road, 1 km 926 м
1 km 926 м
Turn left onto Domain Road
Domain Road, 295 м
295 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Taupo to Otaki
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$36.96
Train operators
KiwiRail - Northern Explorer
Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from National Park to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$54.35–$70.65
KiwiRail - Capital Connection
Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Palmerston North to Otaki
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.15–$10.87
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Taupō to Ōtaki?
The cheapest way to get from Taupō to Ōtaki is to bus which costs $22.83 - $36.96 and takes 4h 51m.
What is the fastest way to get from Taupō to Ōtaki?
The fastest way to get from Taupō to Ōtaki is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $50 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Taupō and Ōtaki?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taupo and arriving at Otaki. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 51m.
How far is it from Taupō to Ōtaki?
The distance between Taupō and Ōtaki is 302 km. The road distance is 299 km.
How do I travel from Taupō to Ōtaki without a car?
The best way to get from Taupō to Ōtaki without a car is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs $22.83 - $36.96 .
How long does it take to get from Taupō to Ōtaki?
The bus from Taupo to Otaki takes 4h 51m including transfers and departs once daily.
Where do I catch the Taupō to Ōtaki bus from?
Taupō to Ōtaki bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Taupo station.
Where does the Taupō to Ōtaki bus arrive?
Taupō to Ōtaki bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Otaki station.
Can I drive from Taupō to Ōtaki?
Yes, the driving distance between Taupō to Ōtaki is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Taupō to Ōtaki.
Where can I stay near Ōtaki?
There are 165+ hotels available in Ōtaki. Prices start at $64.75 per night.
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