How to Travel from

Wellington to Auckland

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

New Zealand Wellington Auckland

How to Get from Wellington to Auckland

Plane

1 h 18 min

Select a Ticket

Car

7 h 25 min

from $35

Rideshare

7 h 25 min

from $8.34

Cheapest

By car (639 km)

7 h 25 min

639 km.

from $35

Fastest

Other

Rideshare

7 h 25 min

639 km.

from $8.33

Train, Plane (Train to Palmerston)

5 h 55 min

492 km.

from $196.27

Train, Plane (Train to Paraparaumu)

5 h 22 min

492 km.

from $171.38

Continue

61 m

Turn right onto Boulcott Street

6 km 543 m

Keep left onto SH 1 and take SH 1 toward Porirua, Palmerston North

3 km 110 m

Turn left onto Auburn Street

157 m

Turn left onto Boston Road

47 m

Arrive at destination

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

Air Chathams

Website:

airchathams.co.nz/

Plane from Paraparaumu to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$26.76–$293.05

Plane from Wanganui Airport to Auckland

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$127.41–$242.09

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

Bus from Waikanae to Whanganui

Ave. Duration:

2h 50m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$19.11–$36.95

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

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

Train from Waikanae to Palmerston

Ave. Duration:

1h 10m

Frequency:

5 times a week

Estimated price:

$12.10–$15.29

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?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland is to bus which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $38.04 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland?

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?

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?

The distance between Wellington and Auckland is 499 km. The road distance is 642 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland without a car is to bus which takes 10h 50m and costs $39.13 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Wellington to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Auckland?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $38.04 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 10h 50m, you could also train, which costs $130.43 - $163.04 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Wellington and Auckland?

It is currently 17:13 at both, Wellington and Auckland.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Auckland is 642 km. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Wellington to Auckland.

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Five ways to Travel from Wellington to Auckland

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Air New Zealand

Air Chathams

Bus operators

InterCity

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Metlink

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland?

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Auckland?

How far is it from Wellington to Auckland?

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

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

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland bus from?

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland train from?

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Auckland?

Where does the Wellington to Auckland bus arrive?

What is the time difference between Wellington and Auckland?

Where does the Wellington to Auckland train arrive?

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland?

Where can I stay near Auckland?