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Tauranga to Wellington

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Car
6 h 9 min
522 km.
from $28
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Five ways to Travel from Tauranga to Wellington

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Cheapest
By car (522 km)
6 h 9 min
522 km.
from $28
Fastest
Plane from Tauranga (Hamilton International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 9 min
522 km.
from $6.81
Bus, Train
10 h 59 min
416 km.
from $138.57
Bus, Plane
4 h 7 min
416 km.
from $130.27

Transport providers

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Tauranga to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$70.08
Bus from Tauranga to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$33.13
Bus from Tauranga to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$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

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tauranga to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Tauranga to Wellington is to bus which costs $34.78 - $59.78 and takes 10h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tauranga to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Tauranga to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 54m and costs $97.83 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Tauranga and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tauranga and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Tauranga to Wellington?

The distance between Tauranga and Wellington is 437 km. The road distance is 511.6 km.

How do I travel from Tauranga to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Tauranga to Wellington without a car is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs $34.78 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Tauranga to Wellington?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Tauranga to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tauranga to Wellington bus from?

Tauranga to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Tauranga station.

Bus or fly from Tauranga to Wellington?

The best way to get from Tauranga to Wellington is to fly which takes 1h 54m and costs $97.83 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $59.78 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Tauranga to Wellington bus arrive?

Tauranga to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Can I drive from Tauranga to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Tauranga to Wellington is 512 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Tauranga to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 326+ hotels available in Wellington. Prices start at $65.55 per night.
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