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Eight ways to Travel from Wellington to Tuakau

Composite routes from Wellington to Tuakau

Cheapest
7 h 2 min
Car
599 km.
from $32
Other
7 h 2 min
Rideshare
599 km.
from $7.81
5 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
446 km.
from $112.21
11 h 40 min
446 km.
from $75.24
6 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
446 km.
from $194.62
7 h 13 min
Train, Plane
446 km.
from $201.04
6 h 39 min
Train, Plane
446 km.
from $176.15

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

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 Custom St to 94
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.42–$3.19
Bus from Transport Centre to George
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.02

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.50–$63.71

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

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Train from Puhinui Train Station 2 to Pukekohe
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.20

Te Huia

Phone:
0800 205 305
Email:
Website:
tehuiatrain.co.nz/
Train from Hamilton Frankton Train Station 1 to Pukekohe
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$15.29

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 Tuakau?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Tuakau is to bus which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Tuakau is to fly and train and line 44 bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $51.09 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Tuakau?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Tuakau. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at George St via Transport Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Wellington to Tuakau?

The distance between Wellington and Tuakau is 543 km. The road distance is 599.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Tuakau without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Wellington to Tuakau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Tuakau bus from?

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

Train or bus from Wellington to Tuakau?

The best way to get from Wellington to Tuakau is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $163.04 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Wellington to Tuakau bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Wellington and Tuakau?

It is currently 15:11 at both, Wellington and Tuakau.

Can I drive from Wellington to Tuakau?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Tuakau is 599 km. It takes approximately 7h 2m to drive from Wellington to Tuakau.

Where can I stay near Tuakau?

There are 43+ hotels available in Tuakau. Prices start at $38 per night.
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