What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves?

The fastest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 35m and costs $600 - $1,100.

How far is it from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves?

The distance between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Glow-worm caves is 448 km. The road distance is 466.3 km.

How do I travel from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 10h 28m and costs $150 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves, including transfers.

Can I drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves is 466 km. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves.

Where can I stay near Glow-worm caves?

There are four+ hotels available in Glow-worm caves.

Can I share a ride from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Glow-worm caves. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves by plane, taxi, bus, train, rideshare, car, or towncar

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Fly to Palmerston, taxi
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston (PMR)plane AKL - PMR
2. Take the taxi from Palmerston-Airport-PMR to Glow-worm cavestaxi
2h 35m
$618–1,091
Drive 466.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm cavescar 466.3 km
5h 59m
$135–194
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Manukau City to Mangawekabus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
2. Take the taxi from Mangaweka to Glow-worm cavestaxi
10h 28m
$150–251
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Papakura to Palmerston Northtrain Northern Explorer
2. Take the taxi from Palmerston North to Glow-worm cavestaxi
11h 24m
$417–525
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Auckland-AKL to Glow-worm cavesrideshare 466.3 km
5h 59m
Fly to Wanganui Airport, drive
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wanganui Airport (WAG)plane AKL - WAG
2. Drive from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Glow-worm cavescar
3h 4m
$183–333
Train, towncar, bus, taxi
1. Take the train from Papakura to Taumarunui Stationtrain
2. Take a town car from Taumarunui to Tūrangitowncar
3. Take the bus from Turangi to Flat Hills Tea Roomsbus
4. Take the taxi from Flat Hills Tea Rooms to Glow-worm cavestaxi
11h 17m

Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston (PMR) flights

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves.

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Distance: 447.9 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Auckland Airport (AKL), New Zealand and Glow-worm caves, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Glow-worm caves. However, you can fly to Palmerston (PMR) then take the taxi to Glow-worm caves. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Bay 8 Manukau Bus Station, take the bus to Mangaweka, then take the taxi to Glow-worm caves.

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