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Wellington to Whakatāne

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532 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Wellington to Whakatāne

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Cheapest
By car (532 km)
6 h 30 min
532 km.
from $29
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Plane to Whakatāne (Rotorua International Airport)
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Rideshare
6 h 30 min
532 km.
from $6.94
Plane
3 h 33 min
414 km.
from $195.41
Bus
11 h 24 min
414 km.
from $82.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Wellington - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.68–$58.61
Bus from Rotorua to Whakatane
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13
Bus from Tirau to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$30.58

Airlines

Air New Zealand

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

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Whakatāne is to bus which costs $42.39 - $81.52 and takes 11h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Whakatāne is to fly and drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $97.83 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Whakatāne?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Whakatāne. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Whakatane via Rotorua. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Wellington to Whakatāne?

The distance between Wellington and Whakatāne is 514 km. The road distance is 531.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Whakatāne without a car is to bus which takes 11h 24m and costs $42.39 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Wellington to Whakatāne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Whakatāne bus from?

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

Where does the Wellington to Whakatāne bus arrive?

Wellington to Whakatāne bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Rotorua station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Whakatāne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Whakatāne is 531 km. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Wellington to Whakatāne.

Where can I stay near Whakatāne?

There are 72+ hotels available in Whakatāne. Prices start at $52.64 per night.
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