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

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Wellington is to bus which costs $27 - $100 and takes 12h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Albany to Wellington is to train and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $110 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany station to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Stop B Albany Bus Station and arriving at Wellington - Central via Auckland - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Albany and Wellington?

No, there is no direct train from Albany to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Wellington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

How far is it from Albany to Wellington?

The distance between Albany and Wellington is 537 km. The road distance is 657.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Albany to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 12h 9m and costs $270 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Albany to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany to Wellington bus from?

Albany to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.

Where do I catch the Albany to Wellington train from?

Albany to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Auckland Strand station.

Train or bus from Albany to Wellington?

The best way to get from Albany to Wellington is to train which takes 12h 9m and costs $270 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $100 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Albany to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Albany to Wellington train arrive?

Albany to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Albany to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Wellington is 657 km. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Albany to Wellington.

How do I get a train ticket from Albany to Wellington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Albany to Wellington?

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Where can I stay near Wellington?

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There are 4 ways to get from Albany to Wellington by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
3h 52m
$113–372
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
12h 40m
$27–96
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
12h 9m
$270–332
Drive 657.5 km
1. Drive from Albany to Wellingtoncar 657.5 km
7h 24m
$189–273

Albany to Wellington by bus and train

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12h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 537.5 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Albany, New Zealand and Wellington, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $260–320 and the journey takes 10h 40m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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