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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Wellington is to bus which costs $22 - $90 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Wellington is to train and fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $110 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Wellington. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Auckland to Wellington?

The distance between Auckland and Wellington is 520 km. The road distance is 640.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs $240 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Auckland to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Wellington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Wellington train from?

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

Train or bus from Auckland to Wellington?

The best way to get from Auckland to Wellington is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs $240 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $90 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Auckland to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland to Wellington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Wellington is 640 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Auckland to Wellington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 485+ hotels available in Wellington.

Auckland to Wellington - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Auckland to Wellington by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, fly to Wellington
best
1. Take the train from Te Waihorotiu Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
3h 26m
$117–384
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
11h 15m
$22–90
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
10h 40m
$240–290
Drive 640.5 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Wellingtoncar 640.5 km
7h 12m
$197–284
Fly to Paraparaumu, train
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Paraparaumu (PPQ)plane AKL - PPQ
2. Take the train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington Stationtrain
5h 10m
$181–338

Auckland to Wellington by train

3Weekly Trains

10h 40mAverage Duration

$240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 520.3 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $240–290 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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