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6 h 7 min
519 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Hamilton to Wellington

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Cheapest
By car (519 km)
6 h 7 min
519 km.
from $28
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Rideshare
6 h 7 min
519 km.
from $6.77
Plane
3 h 8 min
390 km.
from $147.78

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.50–$63.71

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Hamilton International Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$394.99
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$344.02

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington is to bus which costs $33.70 - $54.35 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 57m and costs $108.70 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton (Station) and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton (Station) and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamilton and arriving at Wellington. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct flight between Hamilton (Station) and Wellington?

Yes, there are direct flights between Hamilton (Station) and Wellington; these take 1h 15m and cost $59.78 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington?

The distance between Hamilton (Station) and Wellington is 409 km. The road distance is 520.9 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs $108.70 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton (Station) to Wellington bus from?

Hamilton (Station) to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Hamilton - Central station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton (Station) to Wellington train from?

Hamilton (Station) to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Hamilton station.

Train, bus or fly from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington?

The best way to get from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 57m and costs $108.70 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $130.43 and takes 8h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $33.70 - $54.35 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Hamilton (Station) to Wellington bus arrive?

Hamilton (Station) to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Where does the Hamilton (Station) to Wellington train arrive?

Hamilton (Station) to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton (Station) to Wellington is 521 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Hamilton (Station) to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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