What is the cheapest way to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North is to bus which costs $20 - $95 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Ōtorohanga and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Otorohanga and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ōtorohanga and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otorohanga and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North?

The distance between Ōtorohanga and Palmerston North is 354 km. The road distance is 337.4 km.

How do I travel from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North without a car?

The best way to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $140 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North?

The train from Otorohanga to Palmerston North takes 5h 35m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North bus from?

Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Otorohanga station.

Where do I catch the Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North train from?

Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Otorohanga station.

Train or bus from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North?

The best way to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $140 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $95 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North bus arrive?

Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Where does the Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North train arrive?

Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North is 337 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 114+ hotels available in Palmerston North.

Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Otorohanga to Palmerston Northtrain Northern Explorer
5h 35m
$140–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Otorohanga to Palmerston Northbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 35m
$20–95
Drive 337.4 km
1. Drive from Ōtorohanga to Palmerston Northcar 337.4 km
3h 57m
$98–141
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Otorohanga to Papakuratrain
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston (PMR)plane AKL - PMR
5h 14m
$498–995

Ōtorohanga to Palmerston North by train

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Distance: 354 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Ōtorohanga, New Zealand and Palmerston North, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Otorohanga to Palmerston North 3 times a week. Tickets cost $140–180 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Otorohanga to Palmerston North 5 times a week. Tickets cost $20–95 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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