What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Napier?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Napier is to bus which costs $19 - $90 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Napier?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Napier is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $55 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Napier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Napier. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Auckland to Napier?

The distance between Auckland and Napier is 340 km. The road distance is 408 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Napier without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Napier without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $19 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Napier?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Auckland to Napier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Napier bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Auckland to Napier?

The best way to get from Auckland to Napier is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $55 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $90 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Auckland to Napier bus arrive?

Auckland to Napier bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Napier station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Napier?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Napier is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Auckland to Napier.

How do I get a bus ticket from Auckland to Napier?

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Where can I stay near Napier?

There are 343+ hotels available in Napier.

Auckland to Napier - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Auckland to Napier by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Napier Hastings Airport Heliport (NPE)plane AKL - NPE
2h 30m
$57–396
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Napierbus Auckland - Central - Hastings
7h 5m
$19–90
Drive 408 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Napiercar 408 km
4h 45m
$119–171

Auckland to Napier by bus

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 340.5 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Napier, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Auckland (AKL) to Napier Hastings Airport Heliport (NPE) every 3 hours. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Napier once daily. Tickets cost $19–90 and the journey takes 7h 5m.

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