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Five ways to Travel from Waiuku to Rotorua

Composite routes from Waiuku to Rotorua

Cheapest
2 h 32 min
Car
210 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 32 min
Rideshare
210 km.
from $7.99
3 h 59 min
Bus, Plane
165 km.
from $240.11
6 h 7 min
Train, Bus
164 km.
from $52.87
4 h 28 min
Bus, Train
164 km.
from $122.16

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Papakura to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

Ritchies Transport

Phone:
+64 9 833 6053
Email:
Website:
ritchies.co.nz
Bus from Waiuku Library to Papakura
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$8.28

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Auckland to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.60–$203.86
Plane from Auckland to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$242.09

Train operators

Auckland Transport - AT Metro

Phone:
+64 9 366 6400
Website:
at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/
Train from Papakura Train Station 3 to Puhinui
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42

Te Huia

Phone:
0800 205 305
Email:
Website:
tehuiatrain.co.nz/
Train from Pukekohe Train Station 3 to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$14.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Waiuku to Rotorua is to bus which costs $22.83 - $40.22 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waiuku to Rotorua is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Waiuku and Rotorua?

No, there is no direct bus from Waiuku to Rotorua. However, there are services departing from Waiuku Library and arriving at Rotorua via Papakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Waiuku to Rotorua?

The distance between Waiuku and Rotorua is 241 km. The road distance is 210.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Waiuku to Rotorua without a car is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $22.83 - $40.22 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Waiuku to Rotorua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waiuku to Rotorua bus from?

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

Where does the Waiuku to Rotorua bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waiuku to Rotorua?

Yes, the driving distance between Waiuku to Rotorua is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Waiuku 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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