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Wellington to Wairakei

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Five ways to Travel from Wellington to Wairakei

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By car (377 km)
4 h 37 min
377 km.
from $20
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Plane to Wairakei (Taupo Airport)
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Rideshare
4 h 37 min
377 km.
from $14.34
Train, Taxi
6 h 33 min
314 km.
from $162.15
Bus, Plane
4 h 17 min
315 km.
from $154.18

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$50.97

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
Plane from Wellington to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$344.02

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 National
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$89.19–$108.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Wairakei is to bus which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Wairakei is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Wairakei?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Wairakei. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Wairakei via Taupo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Wellington to Wairakei?

The distance between Wellington and Wairakei is 330 km. The road distance is 377.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Wairakei without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 33m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Wellington to Wairakei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Wairakei bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Wellington to Wairakei?

The best way to get from Wellington to Wairakei is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Wellington to Wairakei bus arrive?

Wellington to Wairakei bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Taupo station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Wairakei?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Wairakei is 378 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Wellington to Wairakei.

Where can I stay near Wairakei?

There are 477+ hotels available in Wairakei. Prices start at $67.11 per night.
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