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Wellington to North Island

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4 h 31 min
367 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Wellington to North Island

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Cheapest
By car (367 km)
4 h 31 min
367 km.
from $20
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Plane to North Island (Taupo Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
4 h 31 min
367 km.
from $13.96
Train, Taxi
6 h 32 min
274 km.
from $162.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$50.97

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$121.04–$305.80

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Wellington to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.64–$242.09

Train operators

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:
$89.19–$108.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to North Island?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to North Island is to bus which costs $27.17 - $43.48 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to North Island?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to North Island is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and North Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Taupo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct flight between Wellington and North Island?

Yes, there are direct flights between Wellington and North Island; these take 1h and cost $103.26 - $228.26 .

How far is it from Wellington to North Island?

The distance between Wellington and North Island is 319 km. The road distance is 370.8 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to North Island without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to North Island without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 32m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to North Island?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Wellington to North Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to North Island bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Wellington to North Island?

The best way to get from Wellington to North Island is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.17 - $43.48 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Wellington to North Island bus arrive?

Wellington to North Island bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Taupo station.

Can I drive from Wellington to North Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to North Island is 371 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Wellington to North Island.

Where can I stay near North Island?

There are 153+ hotels available in North Island. Prices start at $56.30 per night.
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