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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wellington to Taumarunui

Composite routes from Wellington to Taumarunui

Cheapest
4 h 20 min
Car
355 km.
from $19

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 Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.21–$42.05

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 Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$95.56–$121.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Taumarunui is to bus which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Taumarunui is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 47m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Taumarunui?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Taumarunui. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Taumarunui via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Taumarunui?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington and arriving at Taumarunui Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Wellington to Taumarunui?

The distance between Wellington and Taumarunui is 394 km. The road distance is 355.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Taumarunui without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $81.52 - $103.26 .

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

The train from Wellington to Taumarunui Station takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Taumarunui bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wellington to Taumarunui train from?

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

Train or bus from Wellington to Taumarunui?

The best way to get from Wellington to Taumarunui is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $81.52 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Wellington to Taumarunui bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wellington to Taumarunui train arrive?

Wellington to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Taumarunui Station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Taumarunui?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Taumarunui is 355 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Wellington to Taumarunui.

Where can I stay near Taumarunui?

There are 20+ hotels available in Taumarunui. Prices start at $56.30 per night.
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