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Taupō to Waikanae

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313 km.
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By car (313 km)
3 h 52 min
313 km.
from $17
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Rideshare
3 h 52 min
313 km.
from $11.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Taupo to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$38.04
Bus from Taupo to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$28.26
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–$293.48
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 Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$65.22–$86.96

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington Station to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.07–$9.24

Metlink

Phone:
0800 801 700
Email:
Website:
metlink.org.nz
Train from Wellington Station to Waikanae
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Taupō to Waikanae is to bus which costs $22.83 - $38.04 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taupō to Waikanae is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $52.17 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Taupō and Waikanae?

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

How far is it from Taupō to Waikanae?

The distance between Taupō and Waikanae is 317 km. The road distance is 313.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Taupō to Waikanae without a car is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $22.83 - $38.04 .

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

The bus from Taupo to Waikanae takes 5h 6m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Taupō to Waikanae bus from?

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

Where does the Taupō to Waikanae bus arrive?

Taupō to Waikanae bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Waikanae station.

Can I drive from Taupō to Waikanae?

Yes, the driving distance between Taupō to Waikanae is 314 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Taupō to Waikanae.

Where can I stay near Waikanae?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waikanae. Prices start at $61.93 per night.
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