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16 h 45 min
961 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Timaru to Taupo

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Cheapest
By car (961 km)
16 h 45 min
961 km.
from $52
Other
Rideshare
16 h 45 min
961 km.
from $12.53
Bus, Train (Bus)
21 h
750 km.
from $349.40
Bus, Train (Bus)
21 h 19 min
750 km.
from $278.92
Bus, Plane
8 h 56 min
750 km.
from $298.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Timaru to Church
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Wellington - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
6h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.58–$48.42
Bus from Timaru to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.84–$35.68
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$44.60
Bus from Rotorua to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Timaru to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
8h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.04–$547.88
Plane from Timaru to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$496.92

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$285.61

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to National
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$82.82–$108.30

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Email:
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Picton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$178.38

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Timaru to Taupō is to bus and car ferry which costs $97.83 - $260.87 and takes 22h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Timaru to Taupō is to fly which takes 6h 25m and costs $152.17 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct flight between Timaru and Taupō?

There are no direct flights between Timaru and Taupō. The fastest has 2 changes and takes 6h and costs $103.26 - $467.39 .

How far is it from Timaru to Taupō?

The distance between Timaru and Taupō is 760 km.

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

The best way to get from Timaru to Taupō without a car is to bus and train and car ferry and taxi which takes 21h and costs $239.13 - $597.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Timaru to Taupō, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Taupō?

There are 482+ hotels available in Taupō. Prices start at $64.67 per night.
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