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Rotorua to Upper Hutt

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Six ways to Travel from Rotorua to Upper Hutt

Composite routes from Rotorua to Upper Hutt

Cheapest
5 h 24 min
Car
431 km.
from $23
Other
5 h 24 min
Rideshare
431 km.
from $16.40
3 h 54 min
Taxi, Plane
347 km.
from $278.80
12 h 21 min
Bus, Train
347 km.
from $146.01
4 h 10 min
Bus, Plane
347 km.
from $121.26

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:
$36.95–$58.61
Bus from Rotorua to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$34.40
Bus from Rotorua to Taupo
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.02–$31.85

Airlines

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Tauranga Airport to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$344.02
Plane from Rotorua to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.69–$242.09

Sounds Air

Website:
soundsair.com/
Plane from Taupo to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$165.64–$242.09

Train operators

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Hamilton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.41–$152.90

Metlink

Phone:
0800 801 700
Email:
Website:
metlink.org.nz
Train from Wellington Station to Trentham
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.48–$7.64

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt?

The cheapest way to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt is to night bus which costs $35.87 - $59.78 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt?

The fastest way to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $217.39 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Rotorua and Upper Hutt?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotorua to Upper Hutt. However, there are services departing from Rotorua and arriving at Fergusson Drive at Sandford Street via Wellington Station - Stop E and Lower Hutt - Queensgate - Stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from Rotorua to Upper Hutt?

The distance between Rotorua and Upper Hutt is 531 km. The road distance is 433.7 km.

How do I travel from Rotorua to Upper Hutt without a car?

The best way to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt without a car is to bus which takes 10h 28m and costs $39.13 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotorua to Upper Hutt bus from?

Rotorua to Upper Hutt bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Rotorua station.

Train, bus or fly from Rotorua to Upper Hutt?

The best way to get from Rotorua to Upper Hutt is to bus which takes 10h 28m and costs $39.13 - $70.65 . There are no good options to train or fly between Rotorua to Upper Hutt.

Where does the Rotorua to Upper Hutt bus arrive?

Rotorua to Upper Hutt bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Can I drive from Rotorua to Upper Hutt?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotorua to Upper Hutt is 434 km. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Rotorua to Upper Hutt.

Where can I stay near Upper Hutt?

There are 125+ hotels available in Upper Hutt. Prices start at $83.89 per night.
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