How to Travel from
Taupō to Waitara
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Taupō, New Zealand → Waitara, New Zealand
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Taupō to Waitara
Composite routes from Taupō to Waitara
Cheapest
3 h 20 min
Car
264 km.
from $14
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21 м
21 м
Turn left onto Tonga Street
Tonga Street, 193 м
193 м
Turn left onto Spa Road
Spa Road, 1 km 121 м
1 km 121 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Tongariro Street
Tongariro Street, 1 km 141 м
1 km 141 м
Keep left onto Poihipi Road
Poihipi Road, 143 м
143 м
Turn left onto Poihipi Road
Poihipi Road, 28 km 124 м
28 km 124 м
Turn right onto Kaahu Road
Kaahu Road, 14 km 566 м
14 km 566 м
Continue onto Pokuru Road North
Pokuru Road North, 1 km 662 м
1 km 662 м
Turn left onto Whakamaru Road
Whakamaru Road, 5 km 401 м
5 km 401 м
Turn left onto Mitchell Road
Mitchell Road, 3 km 972 м
3 km 972 м
Turn left onto Scott Road
Scott Road, 53 km 897 м
53 km 897 м
Turn left onto Kopaki Road
Kopaki Road, 3 km 455 м
3 km 455 м
Turn right onto Pukerimu Road
Pukerimu Road, 10 km 941 м
10 km 941 м
Turn right onto State Highway 4
State Highway 4, 7 km 946 м
7 km 946 м
Turn left onto State Highway 3 and take SH 3 toward New Plymouth
State Highway 3, New Plymouth, SH 3, 132 km 685 м
132 km 685 м
Turn right onto Bayly Street
Bayly Street, 1 km 195 м
1 km 195 м
Turn right onto Princess Street
Princess Street, 1 km 477 м
1 km 477 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto McLean Street
McLean Street, 129 м
129 м
Turn left onto Domett Street
Domett Street, 100 м
100 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Taupo to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$29.35
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitara
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$32.61
Bus from Taupo to Manukau
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$33.70
Airlines
Air New Zealand
Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to New
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$173.91
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Taupō to Waitara?
The cheapest way to get from Taupō to Waitara is to bus which costs $32.61 - $65.22 and takes 6h 59m.
What is the fastest way to get from Taupō to Waitara?
The fastest way to get from Taupō to Waitara is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Taupō and Waitara?
No, there is no direct bus from Taupō to Waitara. However, there are services departing from Taupo and arriving at Waitara via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.
How far is it from Taupō to Waitara?
The distance between Taupō and Waitara is 377 km. The road distance is 264.8 km.
How do I travel from Taupō to Waitara without a car?
The best way to get from Taupō to Waitara without a car is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs $32.61 - $65.22 .
How long does it take to get from Taupō to Waitara?
It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Taupō to Waitara, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Taupō to Waitara bus from?
Taupō to Waitara bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Taupo station.
Where does the Taupō to Waitara bus arrive?
Taupō to Waitara bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.
Can I drive from Taupō to Waitara?
Yes, the driving distance between Taupō to Waitara is 265 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Taupō to Waitara.
Where can I stay near Waitara?
There are 212+ hotels available in Waitara. Prices start at $56.97 per night.
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