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Wellington to Waitomo Caves

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456 km.
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Ten ways to Travel from Wellington to Waitomo Caves

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Cheapest
By car (456 km)
5 h 31 min
456 km.
from $25
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Plane to Waitomo Caves
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 31 min
456 km.
from $17.35
Bus, Plane (Fly to Tauranga Airport)
4 h 36 min
335 km.
from $156.36
Bus
9 h 20 min
336 km.
from $75.46
Train, Bus
8 h 35 min
336 km.
from $163.74
Bus, Plane (Fly to Auckland)
7 h 5 min
335 km.
from $131.90
Bus, Plane (Fly to Hamilton International Airport)
5 h 54 min
335 km.
from $142.77
Bus, Plane (Fly to New Plymouth Airport)
6 h 43 min
335 km.
from $174.84
Bus, Plane (Fly to Rotorua)
8 h 26 min
335 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 Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$344.02
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 Wellington to New
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$242.09
Plane from Wellington to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$242.09

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Taumarunui to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
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 Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.31–$48.42
Bus from Manukau City to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Kihikihi to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.47–$30.58
Bus from Waitara to Eight
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Rotorua Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$34.40
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitomo
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$31.85

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 Waitomo Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Waitomo Caves is to bus which costs $39.13 - $76.09 and takes 9h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Waitomo Caves?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Waitomo Caves is to fly and drive which takes 4h 36m and costs $108.70 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Waitomo Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Waitomo Caves. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Waitomo Township via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Wellington to Waitomo Caves?

The distance between Wellington and Waitomo Caves is 583 km. The road distance is 459 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Waitomo Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Waitomo Caves without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Waitomo Caves?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Wellington to Waitomo Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Waitomo Caves bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Waitomo Caves?

The best way to get from Wellington to Waitomo Caves is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $39.13 - $76.09 . There are no good options to train or fly between Wellington to Waitomo Caves.

Where does the Wellington to Waitomo Caves bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellington to Waitomo Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Waitomo Caves is 459 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Wellington to Waitomo Caves.

Where can I stay near Waitomo Caves?

There are 45+ hotels available in Waitomo Caves. Prices start at $58.27 per night.
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