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Whakatāne to Taupo

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2 h
163 km.
from $8
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Four ways to Travel from Whakatāne to Taupo

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Cheapest
By car (163 km)
2 h
163 km.
from $8
Other
Rideshare
2 h
163 km.
from $6.20
Bus via Te Puke
4 h 35 min
112 km.
from $26.83
Bus
3 h 45 min
112 km.
from $49.46

Transport providers

Bus operators

Baybus

Phone:
0800 4 229 287
Email:
Website:
baybus.co.nz/
Other from Boon Street - Fronting No. 32 to Te
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.24–$8.28

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Other from Whakatane to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85
Other from Rotorua to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$30.58
Other from Te Puke to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Whakatāne to Taupō is to bus via Te Puke which costs $18.48 - $36.96 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whakatāne to Taupō is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Whakatāne and Taupō?

No, there is no direct bus from Whakatāne to Taupō. However, there are services departing from Whakatane and arriving at Taupo via Rotorua. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Whakatāne to Taupō?

The distance between Whakatāne and Taupō is 177 km. The road distance is 162.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Whakatāne to Taupō without a car is to bus and night bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $22.83 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Whakatāne to Taupō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whakatāne to Taupō bus from?

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

Where does the Whakatāne to Taupō bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whakatāne to Taupō?

Yes, the driving distance between Whakatāne to Taupō is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Whakatāne to Taupō.

Where can I stay near Taupō?

There are 482+ hotels available in Taupō. Prices start at $64.67 per night.
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