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3 h 10 min
253 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wellington to Patea

Composite routes from Wellington to Patea

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
253 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from Palmerston North to Patea
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$35.68
Bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Patea
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to New
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$242.09

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:
$50.97–$62.43

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Patea is to bus which costs $28.26 - $65.22 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Patea is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Patea?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Patea. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Patea via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Wellington to Patea?

The distance between Wellington and Patea is 283 km. The road distance is 253.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Patea without a car is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $28.26 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Wellington to Patea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Patea bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Patea?

The best way to get from Wellington to Patea is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $28.26 - $65.22 . There are no good options to train or fly between Wellington to Patea.

Where does the Wellington to Patea bus arrive?

Wellington to Patea bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Patea?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Patea is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Wellington to Patea.

Where can I stay near Patea?

There are four+ hotels available in Patea. Prices start at $36.60 per night.
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