How to Travel from

Wellington to Auckland Strand

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

New Zealand Wellington Auckland Strand

How to Get from Wellington to Auckland Strand

Plane

1 h 18 min

Select a Ticket

Car

7 h 28 min

from $35

Rideshare

7 h 28 min

from $8.37

Cheapest

By car (642 km)

7 h 28 min

642 km.

from $35

Fastest

Other

Rideshare

7 h 28 min

642 km.

from $8.37

Bus, Plane (Fly Wellington to Auckland)

3 h 57 min

492 km.

from $109.62

Train, Plane (Train to Palmerston)

6 h 2 min

492 km.

from $198.45

Train, Plane (Train to Paraparaumu)

5 h 29 min

492 km.

from $173.55

Bus, Plane (Fly Wellington to Hamilton International Airport)

6 h 18 min

492 km.

from $222.66

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:

jetstar.com/

Plane from Wellington to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 4m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$42.05–$229.35

Air New Zealand

Website:

airnewzealand.com/

Plane from Wellington to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 5m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$61.16–$280.31

Plane from Palmerston to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$89.19–$280.31

Plane from Wellington to Hamilton

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$70.08–$394.99

Air Chathams

Website:

airchathams.co.nz/

Plane from Paraparaumu to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$26.76–$293.05

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:

+64 9 583 5780

Website:

intercity.co.nz/

Bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

10h 50m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$45.87–$76.45

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:

+64 4495 0775

Website:

greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/

Train from Wellington to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

11h 5m

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$152.90–$191.12

Train from Wellington to Palmerston

Ave. Duration:

2h 5m

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$50.97–$62.43

Train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu

Ave. Duration:

50 min

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$34.40–$42.05

Train from Hamilton Frankton Train Station 1 to The

Ave. Duration:

2h 35m

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$50.97–$62.43

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:

+64 9 366 6400

Website:

at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/

Train from Manukau Train Station 1 to Britomart

Ave. Duration:

39 min

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$2.68–$3.82

Te Huia

Phone:

0800 205 305

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

tehuiatrain.co.nz/

Train from Hamilton Frankton Train Station 1 to The

Ave. Duration:

2h 28m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$14.02–$24.21

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:

+64 4495 0775

Website:

greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/

Train from Wellington to Palmerston

Ave. Duration:

2h 5m

Frequency:

5 times a week

Estimated price:

$19.11–$25.48

Train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu

Ave. Duration:

48 min

Frequency:

5 times a week

Estimated price:

$7.64–$9.56

Metlink

Phone:

0800 801 700

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

metlink.org.nz

Train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu

Ave. Duration:

54 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$7.64–$10.83

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand is to bus which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 11h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand is to fly and train which takes 3h 57m and costs $40.22 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland Strand?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Auckland - Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Auckland Strand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington and arriving at Auckland Strand. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

The distance between Wellington and Auckland Strand is 526 km. The road distance is 642.3 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Auckland Strand without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand without a car is to train which takes 11h 5m and costs $130.43 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Strand bus from?

Wellington to Auckland Strand bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Strand train from?

Wellington to Auckland Strand train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Wellington station.

Train or bus from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand is to train which takes 11h 5m and costs $130.43 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Strand bus arrive?

Wellington to Auckland Strand bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Strand train arrive?

Wellington to Auckland Strand train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Auckland Strand is 642 km. It takes approximately 7h 27m to drive from Wellington to Auckland Strand.

Where can I stay near Auckland Strand?

There are 2125+ hotels available in Auckland Strand. Prices start at $57.99 per night.

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Auckland Strand

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Seven ways to Travel from Wellington to Auckland Strand

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Air New Zealand

Air Chathams

Bus operators

InterCity

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Te Huia

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Metlink

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland Strand?

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Auckland Strand?

How far is it from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

How do I travel from Wellington to Auckland Strand without a car?

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Strand bus from?

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Strand train from?

Train or bus from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Strand bus arrive?

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Strand train arrive?

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

Where can I stay near Auckland Strand?