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4 h 36 min
370 km.
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By car (370 km)
4 h 36 min
370 km.
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Rideshare
4 h 36 min
370 km.
from $14.08

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Taupo to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$40.22
Bus from Taupo to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$27.17
Bus from Taupo to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$29.35

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$282.61
Plane from Rotorua to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.39–$206.52
Plane from Hawke'S Bay Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$195.65

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Taupo to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$206.52

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from National Park to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.09–$92.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Taupō to Wellington is to bus which costs $25 - $40.22 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Taupō to Wellington is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $92.39 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Taupō and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taupo and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Taupō to Wellington?

The distance between Taupō and Wellington is 375 km. The road distance is 370.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Taupō to Wellington without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $25 - $40.22 .

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

The bus from Taupo to Wellington - Central takes 6h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Taupō to Wellington bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Taupō to Wellington?

The best way to get from Taupō to Wellington is to bus which takes 6h and costs $25 - $40.22 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $92.39 - $250 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Taupō to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taupō to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Taupō to Wellington is 371 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Taupō 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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