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Wellington to Waitara

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4 h 26 min
353 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Wellington to Waitara

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Cheapest
By car (353 km)
4 h 26 min
353 km.
from $19
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Rideshare
4 h 26 min
353 km.
from $13.43
Bus
8 h 19 min
258 km.
from $87.96
Train, Bus
11 h 38 min
258 km.
from $193.35

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 New
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.93–$40.77
Bus from Otorohanga to Waitara
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95

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 Otorohanga
Ave. Duration:
7h 49m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$114.67–$152.90

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Waitara is to bus which costs $42.39 - $92.39 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Waitara is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs $76.09 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Waitara?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Waitara. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Waitara via Palmerston North and New Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Wellington to Waitara?

The distance between Wellington and Waitara is 280 km. The road distance is 353.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Waitara without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $42.39 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Wellington to Waitara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Waitara bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Wellington to Waitara?

The best way to get from Wellington to Waitara is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs $76.09 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $92.39 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Wellington to Waitara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellington to Waitara?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Waitara is 353 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Wellington to Waitara.

Where can I stay near Waitara?

There are 210+ hotels available in Waitara. Prices start at $59.12 per night.
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