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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Whakatāne to Taumarunui

Composite routes from Whakatāne to Taumarunui

Cheapest
3 h 7 min
Car
250 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

Busit

Phone:
0800 205 305
Email:
Website:
busit.co.nz
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.84–$24.21
Bus from Transport Centre to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.56–$22.93

Baybus

Phone:
0800 4 229 287
Email:
Website:
baybus.co.nz/
Bus from Domain Road - Fronting No. 83 to Greerton
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Whakatane to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.39–$38.22
Bus from Hamilton - Central to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$36.95
Bus from Greerton to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Taumarunui
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$52.24–$63.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Whakatāne to Taumarunui is to bus via Taumarunui Hospital which costs $31.52 - $52.17 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Whakatāne to Taumarunui is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Whakatāne and Taumarunui?

No, there is no direct bus from Whakatāne to Taumarunui. However, there are services departing from Whakatane and arriving at Taumarunui via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Whakatāne to Taumarunui?

The distance between Whakatāne and Taumarunui is 378 km. The road distance is 248.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Whakatāne to Taumarunui without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs $32.61 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Whakatāne to Taumarunui, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whakatāne to Taumarunui bus from?

Whakatāne to Taumarunui bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Whakatane station.

Where does the Whakatāne to Taumarunui bus arrive?

Whakatāne to Taumarunui bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Can I drive from Whakatāne to Taumarunui?

Yes, the driving distance between Whakatāne to Taumarunui is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Whakatāne to Taumarunui.

Where can I stay near Taumarunui?

There are 20+ hotels available in Taumarunui. Prices start at $56.30 per night.
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