What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North is to bus which costs $30 - $95 and takes 10h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North is to train and fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $430 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland City and Palmerston North?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland City to Palmerston North. However, there are services departing from Horoeka Avenue and arriving at Palmerston North via Auckland - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland City and Palmerston North?

No, there is no direct train from Auckland City to Palmerston North. However, there are services departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Palmerston North via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Auckland City to Palmerston North?

The distance between Auckland City and Palmerston North is 402 km. The road distance is 511.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North without a car is to train which takes 9h 56m and costs $210 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland City to Palmerston North bus from?

Auckland City to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.

Where do I catch the Auckland City to Palmerston North train from?

Auckland City to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Auckland Strand station.

Train or bus from Auckland City to Palmerston North?

The best way to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North is to train which takes 9h 56m and costs $210 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $95 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Auckland City to Palmerston North bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland City to Palmerston North train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland City to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland City to Palmerston North is 511 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Auckland City to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 113+ hotels available in Palmerston North.

Auckland City to Palmerston North - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Auckland City to Palmerston North by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, fly to Palmerston
best
1. Take the train from Newmarket Train Station 4 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston (PMR)plane AKL - PMR
3h 18m
$432–915
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Palmerston Northbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
10h 25m
$33–94
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Palmerston Northtrain Northern Explorer
9h 56m
$214–264
Drive 511.3 km
1. Drive from Auckland City to Palmerston Northcar 511.3 km
5h 44m
$148–214
Fly to Wanganui Airport, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wanganui Airport (WAG)plane AKL - WAG
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 to 186 Rangitikei Stbus
5h 7m
$186–336

Auckland City to Palmerston North by bus, foot, and train

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9h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 402.3 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Palmerston North 3 times a week. Tickets cost $210–260 and the journey takes 8h 35m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Palmerston North twice daily. Tickets cost $29–90 and the journey takes 9h 4m.

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