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Wellington to Napier

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325 km.
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325 km.
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3 h 54 min
325 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Napier
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$23.91–$38.04
Bus from Palmerston North to Napier
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$31.52
Bus from Taupo to Napier
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$30.43

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Hawke'S
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$195.65
Plane from Wellington to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$103.26–$260.87

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$206.52

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.48–$53.26

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:
$16.30–$21.74

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Napier is to bus which costs $23.91 - $38.04 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Napier is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $76.09 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Napier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Napier. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Wellington to Napier?

The distance between Wellington and Napier is 322 km. The road distance is 325.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Napier without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $23.91 - $38.04 .

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

The bus from Wellington - Central to Napier takes 6h including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Napier bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Wellington to Napier?

The best way to get from Wellington to Napier is to bus which takes 6h and costs $23.91 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $76.09 - $228.26 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Wellington to Napier bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellington to Napier?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Napier is 325 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Wellington to Napier.

Where can I stay near Napier?

There are 313+ hotels available in Napier. Prices start at $94.59 per night.
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