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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Hamilton is to bus which costs $14 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Hamilton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Hamilton - Central. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Hamilton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from The Strand Train Station 1 station and arriving at Hamilton Frankton Train Station 1 station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Auckland to Hamilton?

The distance between Auckland and Hamilton is 126 km. The road distance is 122.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Hamilton without a car is to bus which takes 1h 49m and costs $14.

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

The bus from Auckland - Central to Hamilton - Central takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Hamilton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Hamilton train from?

Auckland to Hamilton train services, operated by Te Huia, depart from The Strand Train Station 1.

Train or bus from Auckland to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Auckland to Hamilton is to bus which takes 1h 49m and costs $14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23 - $80 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Auckland to Hamilton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland to Hamilton train arrive?

Auckland to Hamilton train services, operated by Te Huia, arrive at Hamilton Frankton Train Station 1.

Can I drive from Auckland to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Hamilton is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Auckland to Hamilton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 452+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Auckland to Hamilton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Auckland to Hamilton by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
1h 49m
$14
Train
1. Take the train from The Strand Train Station 1 to Hamilton Frankton Train Station 1train Huia
2h 26m
$23–80
Drive 122.7 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Hamiltoncar 122.7 km
1h 26m
$36–52

Auckland to Hamilton by bus

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Distance: 125.7 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Hamilton - Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost $17–40 and the journey takes 1h 49m. InterCity Link also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Te Huia operates a train from The Strand Train Station 1 to Hamilton Frankton Train Station 1 twice daily. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Two other operators also service this route.

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