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Waikato to Wellington

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6 h 37 min
555 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Waikato to Wellington

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Cheapest
By car (555 km)
6 h 37 min
555 km.
from $30
Fastest
Plane from Waikato (Hamilton International Airport) to Wellington (Paraparaumu Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 37 min
555 km.
from $7.24
Taxi, Plane
2 h 29 min
422 km.
from $246.27
Bus, Plane (Bus to Auckland)
3 h 57 min
422 km.
from $110.84
Bus, Plane (Bus to Rotorua)
4 h 7 min
422 km.
from $131.63

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$229.35

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$344.02
Plane from Hamilton International Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$394.99
Plane from Auckland to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.16–$280.31
Plane from Rotorua to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$242.09

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Taupo to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.64–$242.09

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.50–$63.71
Bus from Huntly to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Bus from Taupo to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$33.13

InterCity Link

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/?utm_source=Google_Maps&utm_medium=G_Transit%2B&utm_campaign=G_Transit
Bus from Huntly to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$14.02

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Waikato to Wellington is to bus which costs $33.70 - $54.35 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waikato to Wellington is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 29m and costs $184.78 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Waikato and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Waikato and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamilton and arriving at Wellington. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Waikato to Wellington?

The distance between Waikato and Wellington is 487 km. The road distance is 519 km.

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

The best way to get from Waikato to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs $108.70 - $130.43 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Waikato to Wellington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waikato to Wellington train from?

Waikato to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Hamilton station.

Train, bus or fly from Waikato to Wellington?

The best way to get from Waikato to Wellington is to train which takes 8h 10m and costs $108.70 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $54.35 and takes 8h 40m, you could also fly, which costs $65.22 - $293.48 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Waikato to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waikato to Wellington train arrive?

Waikato to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Waikato to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Waikato to Wellington is 519 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Waikato to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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