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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Waikato?

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 Waikato?

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

How far is it from Auckland to Waikato?

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

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

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

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

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 Waikato bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Waikato train from?

Auckland to Waikato train services, operated by Busit, depart from Strand station.

Train or bus from Auckland to Waikato?

The best way to get from Auckland to Waikato 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 Waikato bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland to Waikato train arrive?

Auckland to Waikato train services, operated by Busit, arrive at Hamilton Frankton station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Waikato?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Waikato?

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
1h 49m
$14
Train
1. Take the train from Strand to Hamilton Franktontrain Te_Huia
2h 26m
$23–80
Drive 122.7 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Hamiltoncar 122.7 km
1h 26m
$36–52
Train, fly to Tauranga Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Tauranga Airport (TRG)plane AKL - TRG
3. Take the taxi from Tauranga-Airport-TRG to Matamatataxi
3h 12m
$234–592
Train, fly to Taupo
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Taupo (TUO)plane AKL - TUO
2h 56m
$99–432

Auckland to Waikato by bus

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Distance: 125.7 km
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Waikato, 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, Busit operates a train from Strand to Hamilton Frankton twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 26m. Two other operators also service this route.

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