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Wellington to Stratford

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3 h 55 min
311 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Wellington to Stratford

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By car (311 km)
3 h 55 min
311 km.
from $17
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Rideshare
3 h 55 min
311 km.
from $11.83

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 Stratford
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Stratford
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.47–$29.31

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 Stratford?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Stratford is to bus which costs $31.52 - $65.22 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Stratford is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Stratford via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Wellington to Stratford?

The distance between Wellington and Stratford is 341 km. The road distance is 311.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Stratford without a car is to bus which takes 6h 19m and costs $31.52 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Wellington to Stratford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Stratford bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Stratford?

The best way to get from Wellington to Stratford is to bus which takes 6h 19m and costs $31.52 - $65.22 . There are no good options to train or fly between Wellington to Stratford.

Where does the Wellington to Stratford bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellington to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Stratford is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Wellington to Stratford.

Where can I stay near Stratford?

There are 28+ hotels available in Stratford. Prices start at $42.23 per night.
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