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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thames to Whakatāne

Composite routes from Thames to Whakatāne

Cheapest
2 h 26 min
Car
198 km.
from $10
Other
4 h 27 min
156 km.
from $37.80

Transport providers

Bus operators

Baybus

Phone:
0800 4 229 287
Email:
Website:
baybus.co.nz/
Bus from Tauranga City - Durham Street to Domain
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.92

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Thames to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

Go Kiwi Shuttles

Phone:
+64 7 866 0336
Email:
Website:
go-kiwi.co.nz/
Bus from Thames to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$53.51

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.97–$203.86

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Auckland to Whakatane
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$16.56–$293.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Thames to Whakatāne?

The cheapest way to get from Thames to Whakatāne is to bus which costs $19.57 - $36.96 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thames to Whakatāne?

The fastest way to get from Thames to Whakatāne is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Thames and Whakatāne?

No, there is no direct bus from Thames to Whakatāne. However, there are services departing from Thames and arriving at Domain Rd - Cemetery via Dive Crescent - The Cargo Shed and Tauranga City - Durham Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Thames to Whakatāne?

The distance between Thames and Whakatāne is 214 km. The road distance is 197.8 km.

How do I travel from Thames to Whakatāne without a car?

The best way to get from Thames to Whakatāne without a car is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs $19.57 - $36.96 .

How long does it take to get from Thames to Whakatāne?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Thames to Whakatāne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thames to Whakatāne bus from?

Thames to Whakatāne bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Thames station.

Where does the Thames to Whakatāne bus arrive?

Thames to Whakatāne bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Tauranga station.

Can I drive from Thames to Whakatāne?

Yes, the driving distance between Thames to Whakatāne is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Thames to Whakatāne.

Where can I stay near Whakatāne?

There are 73+ hotels available in Whakatāne. Prices start at $50.73 per night.
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