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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Waitomo Caves to Taupō
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114 м
114 м
Turn left
1 km 804 м
1 km 804 м
Turn right onto Tumutumu Road
Tumutumu Road, 91 м
91 м
Keep right onto Tumutumu Road
Tumutumu Road, 33 м
33 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Waitomo Village Road
Waitomo Village Road, 8 km 497 м
8 km 497 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto State Highway 3
State Highway 3, 12 km 721 м
12 km 721 м
Turn left onto Awakino Road and take SH 30 toward Rotorua
Awakino Road, Rotorua, SH 30, 104 м
104 м
Turn right onto Waitete Road and take SH 30 toward Rotorua
Waitete Road, Rotorua, SH 30, 76 km 101 м
76 km 101 м
Turn right onto Mitchell Road
Mitchell Road, 3 km 972 м
3 km 972 м
Turn right onto Whakamaru Road
Whakamaru Road, 5 km 413 м
5 km 413 м
Turn right onto Pokuru Road North and drive toward Whakamaru Village
Pokuru Road North, Whakamaru Village, 1 km 662 м
1 km 662 м
Continue onto Kaahu Road
Kaahu Road, 14 km 566 м
14 km 566 м
Turn left onto Poihipi Road
Poihipi Road, 28 km 158 м
28 km 158 м
Turn right onto Wairakei Drive
Wairakei Drive, 1 km 257 м
1 km 257 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Spa Road
Spa Road, 1 km 121 м
1 km 121 м
Turn right onto Tonga Street
Tonga Street, 193 м
193 м
Turn right
21 м
21 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
InterCity
Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Other from Waitomo Township to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$27.17
Other from Hamilton - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$30.43
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Taupō?
The cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Taupō is to drive which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 2h 11m.
What is the fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Taupō?
The fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Taupō is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $25 - $36.96 .
Is there a direct bus between Waitomo Caves and Taupō?
No, there is no direct bus from Waitomo Caves to Taupō. However, there are services departing from Waitomo Township and arriving at Taupo via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
How far is it from Waitomo Caves to Taupō?
The distance between Waitomo Caves and Taupō is 226 km. The road distance is 151 km.
How do I travel from Waitomo Caves to Taupō without a car?
The best way to get from Waitomo Caves to Taupō without a car is to bus which takes 4h 19m and costs $26.09 - $59.78 .
How long does it take to get from Waitomo Caves to Taupō?
It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Waitomo Caves to Taupō, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Waitomo Caves to Taupō bus from?
Waitomo Caves to Taupō bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Waitomo Township station.
Where does the Waitomo Caves to Taupō bus arrive?
Waitomo Caves to Taupō bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.
Can I drive from Waitomo Caves to Taupō?
Yes, the driving distance between Waitomo Caves to Taupō is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Waitomo Caves to Taupō.
Where can I stay near Taupō?
There are 479+ hotels available in Taupō. Prices start at $67.11 per night.
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