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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Waitara to Rotorua

Composite routes from Waitara to Rotorua

Cheapest
3 h 27 min
Car
290 km.
from $15
Fastest
57 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Waitara to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.66–$39.50
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.82–$356.76
Plane from New Plymouth Airport to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.19–$382.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Waitara to Rotorua is to bus which costs $31.52 - $65.22 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waitara to Rotorua is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Waitara and Rotorua?

No, there is no direct bus from Waitara to Rotorua. However, there are services departing from Waitara and arriving at Rotorua via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Waitara to Rotorua?

The distance between Waitara and Rotorua is 333 km. The road distance is 282.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Waitara to Rotorua without a car is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $31.52 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Waitara to Rotorua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waitara to Rotorua bus from?

Waitara to Rotorua bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Waitara station.

Bus or fly from Waitara to Rotorua?

The best way to get from Waitara to Rotorua is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $31.52 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $103.26 - $369.57 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Waitara to Rotorua bus arrive?

Waitara to Rotorua bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Can I drive from Waitara to Rotorua?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitara to Rotorua is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Waitara to Rotorua.

Where can I stay near Rotorua?

There are 486+ hotels available in Rotorua. Prices start at $67 per night.
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