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Wellington to Thames

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6 h 50 min
578 km.
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Eleven ways to Travel from Wellington to Thames

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Cheapest
By car (578 km)
6 h 50 min
578 km.
from $31
Fastest
Plane from Wellington (Paraparaumu Airport) to Thames (Hamilton International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 50 min
578 km.
from $7.54
Bus, Plane (Fly Wellington to Auckland)
4 h 51 min
465 km.
from $140.05
Bus via Tauranga
13 h 35 min
466 km.
from $67.93
Bus
12 h 25 min
466 km.
from $96
Train, Bus
12 h 55 min
466 km.
from $241.33
Bus, Plane (Fly Wellington to Hamilton International Airport)
6 h 39 min
465 km.
from $193.86
Train, Plane (Train to Palmerston)
6 h 55 min
465 km.
from $228.88
Train, Plane (Train to Paraparaumu)
6 h 22 min
465 km.
from $203.99
Bus, Plane (Fly Wellington to Rotorua)
7 h 46 min
465 km.
from $149.84

Transport providers

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 Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$394.99
Plane from Palmerston to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$280.31
Plane from Wellington to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$242.09

Air Chathams

Website:
airchathams.co.nz/
Plane from Paraparaumu to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.76–$293.05

Bus operators

Busit

Phone:
0800 205 305
Email:
Website:
busit.co.nz
Bus from 73 Clyde St to Marshall
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.28–$11.47

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Manukau
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.60–$76.45
Bus from Manukau City to Thames
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13
Bus from Rotorua Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85
Bus from Tauranga to Thames
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Wellington - Central to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$70.08

Go Kiwi Shuttles

Phone:
+64 7 866 0336
Email:
Website:
go-kiwi.co.nz/
Bus from Auckland Airport to Thames
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$56.06

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Papakura
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.16–$178.38
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

Metlink

Phone:
0800 801 700
Email:
Website:
metlink.org.nz
Train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.64–$10.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Thames is to bus via Tauranga which costs $47.83 - $86.96 and takes 13h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Thames is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 51m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Thames?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Thames. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Thames via Manukau City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Wellington to Thames?

The distance between Wellington and Thames is 593 km. The road distance is 578.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Thames without a car is to bus which takes 12h 25m and costs $50 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Wellington to Thames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Thames bus from?

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

Where does the Wellington to Thames bus arrive?

Wellington to Thames bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Manukau City station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Thames?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Thames is 578 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Wellington to Thames.

Where can I stay near Thames?

There are 46+ hotels available in Thames. Prices start at $67.57 per night.
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