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Rotorua to Mount Cook

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5 h 30 min
451 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Rotorua to Mount Cook

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Cheapest
By car (451 km)
5 h 30 min
451 km.
from $24
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Plane from Rotorua (Hamilton International Airport)
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Other
Taxi, Plane
2 h 39 min
372 km.
from $273.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Rotorua to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$50.00
Bus from Rotorua to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$27.17

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48
Plane from Rotorua to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.39–$206.52

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Taupo to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$206.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook?

The cheapest way to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook is to night bus which costs $31.52 - $52.17 and takes 7h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook?

The fastest way to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 39m and costs $206.52 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Rotorua and Mount Cook?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotorua to Mount Cook. However, there are services departing from Rotorua and arriving at Brooklyn Road at Nairn Street via Wellington Station - Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

How far is it from Rotorua to Mount Cook?

The distance between Rotorua and Mount Cook is 499 km. The road distance is 451.8 km.

How do I travel from Rotorua to Mount Cook without a car?

The best way to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook without a car is to bus which takes 9h 17m and costs $32.61 - $53.26 .

How long does it take to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotorua to Mount Cook bus from?

Rotorua to Mount Cook bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Rotorua station.

Bus or fly from Rotorua to Mount Cook?

The best way to get from Rotorua to Mount Cook is to bus which takes 9h 17m and costs $32.61 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45.65 - $217.39 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Rotorua to Mount Cook bus arrive?

Rotorua to Mount Cook bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Can I drive from Rotorua to Mount Cook?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotorua to Mount Cook is 452 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Rotorua to Mount Cook.

Where can I stay near Mount Cook?

There are 320+ hotels available in Mount Cook. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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