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Wellington to Matamata

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5 h 48 min
490 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Wellington to Matamata

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Cheapest
By car (490 km)
5 h 48 min
490 km.
from $26
Fastest
Plane to Matamata (Hamilton International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 48 min
490 km.
from $18.64
Bus, Plane (Fly to Tauranga Airport)
3 h 16 min
395 km.
from $244.40
Bus
10 h 49 min
394 km.
from $80.54
Train, Taxi
9 h 17 min
394 km.
from $488.65
Bus, Plane (Fly to Hamilton International Airport)
5 h 3 min
395 km.
from $166.68
Bus, Plane (Fly to Auckland)
6 h 49 min
395 km.
from $131.90
Train, Bus
12 h 22 min
393 km.
from $200.93

Transport providers

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 Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$344.02
Plane from Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$394.99
Plane from Wellington to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.16–$280.31

Bus operators

Busit

Phone:
0800 205 305
Email:
Website:
busit.co.nz
Bus from Cambridge Rd to Victoria
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.68–$3.57
Bus from Wahanui Cres, Otorohanga to Transport
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.01–$9.56
Bus from Transport Centre to Broadway
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.83

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$58.61
Bus from Rotorua to Matamata
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
Bus from Cambridge to Matamata
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.47–$30.58
Bus from Manukau City to Matamata
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Wahanui Cres, Otorohanga to Transport
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58
Bus from Transport Centre to Broadway
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90
Train from Wellington to Otorohanga
Ave. Duration:
7h 49m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$114.67–$152.90

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Matamata?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Matamata is to bus which costs $41.30 - $81.52 and takes 10h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Matamata?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Matamata is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 16m and costs $184.78 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Matamata?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Matamata. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Matamata via Rotorua. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Wellington to Matamata?

The distance between Wellington and Matamata is 487 km. The road distance is 490 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Matamata without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Matamata without a car is to train and taxi which takes 9h 17m and costs $304.35 - $369.57 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Matamata?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Wellington to Matamata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Matamata bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Matamata?

The best way to get from Wellington to Matamata is to bus which takes 10h 49m and costs $41.30 - $81.52 . There are no good options to train or fly between Wellington to Matamata.

Where does the Wellington to Matamata bus arrive?

Wellington to Matamata bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Rotorua station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Matamata?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Matamata is 490 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Wellington to Matamata.

Where can I stay near Matamata?

There are 63+ hotels available in Matamata. Prices start at $28.15 per night.
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