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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Tangiwai is to bus which costs $55 - $130 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Tangiwai is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Tangiwai?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland to Tangiwai. However, there are services departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Waiouru via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Tangiwai?

No, there is no direct train from Auckland to Tangiwai. However, there are services departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Ohakune via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Auckland to Tangiwai?

The distance between Auckland and Tangiwai is 378 km. The road distance is 374.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Tangiwai without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $180 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Auckland to Tangiwai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Tangiwai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Tangiwai train from?

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

Train or bus from Auckland to Tangiwai?

The best way to get from Auckland to Tangiwai is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $180 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $130 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Auckland to Tangiwai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland to Tangiwai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Tangiwai?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Tangiwai is 374 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Auckland to Tangiwai.

Where can I stay near Tangiwai?

There are 157+ hotels available in Tangiwai.

Auckland to Tangiwai - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and towncar

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There are 6 ways to get from Auckland to Tangiwai by train, bus, car, plane, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Ohakunetrain Northern Explorer
6h 10m
$188–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Waiourubus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
6h 56m
$57–124
Drive 374.1 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Tangiwaicar 374.1 km
4h 21m
$110–158
Fly to Wanganui Airport, drive
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wanganui Airport (WAG)plane AKL - WAG
2. Drive from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Tangiwaicar
4h 29m
$188–347
Fly to Taupo, towncar, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Taupo (TUO)plane AKL - TUO
2. Take a town car from Taupo Airport to Tūrangitowncar
3. Take the bus from Turangi to Waiourubus
5h 52m
Fly to Palmerston, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston (PMR)plane AKL - PMR
2. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Waiourubus
7h 5m

Auckland (AKL) to Wanganui Airport (WAG) flights

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Distance: 378.3 km
Duration: 6h 10m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Ohakune 3 times a week. Tickets cost $140–180 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Waiouru twice daily. Tickets cost $17–70 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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