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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Wellington is to bus which costs $22 - $90 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Wellington is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $100 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Wellington. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Auckland to Wellington?

The distance between Auckland and Wellington is 500 km. The road distance is 640.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs $260 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Auckland to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Wellington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Wellington train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Auckland to Wellington?

The best way to get from Auckland to Wellington is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $100 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $260 - $320 and takes 10h 40m, you could also bus, which costs $22 - $90 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Auckland to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland to Wellington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Wellington is 640 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Auckland to Wellington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 486+ hotels available in Wellington.

Auckland to Wellington - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
2h 57m
$100–358
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
11h 15m
$22–90
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
10h 40m
$260–320
Drive 640.5 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Wellingtoncar 640.5 km
7h 12m
$185–267

Auckland to Wellington by train

3Weekly Trains

10h 40mAverage Duration

$260Cheapest Price

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Distance: 500.1 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG) hourly. Alternatively, 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.

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