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Three ways to Travel from Whangārei to Taupo

Composite routes from Whangārei to Taupo

Cheapest
5 h
Car
430 km.
from $23
Other
5 h
Rideshare
430 km.
from $16.36
8 h 34 min
362 km.
from $71.02

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Whangarei to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.84–$36.95
Bus from Auckland - Central to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$42.05

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Whangarei Airport to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$267.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Whangārei to Taupō is to bus which costs $36.96 - $70.65 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whangārei to Taupō is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $76.09 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Whangārei and Taupō?

No, there is no direct bus from Whangārei to Taupō. However, there are services departing from Whangarei and arriving at Taupo via Auckland - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Whangārei to Taupō?

The distance between Whangārei and Taupō is 380 km. The road distance is 430.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Whangārei to Taupō without a car is to bus which takes 8h 34m and costs $36.96 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Whangārei to Taupō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whangārei to Taupō bus from?

Whangārei to Taupō bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Whangarei station.

Bus or fly from Whangārei to Taupō?

The best way to get from Whangārei to Taupō is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $76.09 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $70.65 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Whangārei to Taupō bus arrive?

Whangārei to Taupō bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Can I drive from Whangārei to Taupō?

Yes, the driving distance between Whangārei to Taupō is 430 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Whangārei 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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