What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Island Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Island Bay is to bus which costs $25 - $110 and takes 12h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Island Bay?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Island Bay is to train and fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $100 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Island Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland to Island Bay. However, there are services departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Island Bay - Reef Street opposite Shorland Park via Wellington Station - Stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Island Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Auckland to Island Bay. However, there are services departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Wellington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

How far is it from Auckland to Island Bay?

The distance between Auckland and Island Bay is 524 km. The road distance is 647.7 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Island Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Island Bay without a car is to train which takes 11h 27m and costs $260 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Island Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Auckland to Island Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Island Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Island Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Auckland to Island Bay?

The best way to get from Auckland to Island Bay is to train which takes 11h 27m and costs $260 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $110 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Auckland to Island Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland to Island Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Island Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Island Bay is 648 km. It takes approximately 7h 22m to drive from Auckland to Island Bay.

Where can I stay near Island Bay?

There are 486+ hotels available in Island Bay.

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

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

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
3h 56m
$103–374
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
12h 2m
$25–104
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
11h 27m
$268–331
Drive 647.7 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Island Baycar 647.7 km
7h 22m
$189–273

Auckland to Island Bay by train and bus

3Weekly Services

11h 27mAverage Duration

$268Cheapest Price

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Distance: 524.4 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

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. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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