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How to get fromAuckland to Waitomo Caves Hotelby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Auckland to Waitomo Caves Hotel by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus via Waitomo Glowworm Caves

    best
    1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Waitomo Glowworm Cavesbus bus Auckland - Central - Auckland - Central
    2h 57m
    $75–110

  2. Drive 188.8 km

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    1. Drive from Auckland to Waitomo Caves Hotelcar car 188.8 km
    2h 18m
    $56–80

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Otorohangatrain train Northern Explorer
    4h 22m
    $80–100

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Waitomo Townshipbus bus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
    3h 47m

Auckland to Waitomo Caves Hotel by bus and foot

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration2h 57mAverage Duration
Ticket$75Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 189.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Waitomo Caves Hotel, New Zealand?

GreatSights operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Waitomo Glowworm Caves once daily. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Otorohanga 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–100 and the journey takes 3h.

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