What is the cheapest way to get from Featherston to Whanganui?

The cheapest way to get from Featherston to Whanganui is to line 200 bus and bus which costs $28 - $90 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Featherston to Whanganui?

The fastest way to get from Featherston to Whanganui is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Featherston and Whanganui?

No, there is no direct bus from Featherston to Whanganui. However, there are services departing from Featherston - Fitzherbert Street and arriving at Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 via Masterton and MSBH - Platform 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Featherston to Whanganui?

The distance between Featherston and Whanganui is 288 km. The road distance is 195.1 km.

How do I travel from Featherston to Whanganui without a car?

The best way to get from Featherston to Whanganui without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Featherston to Whanganui?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Featherston to Whanganui, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Featherston to Whanganui bus from?

Featherston to Whanganui bus services, operated by Metlink, depart from Featherston - Fitzherbert Street station.

Where does the Featherston to Whanganui bus arrive?

Featherston to Whanganui bus services, operated by Metlink, arrive at Masterton Recreation Centre station.

Can I drive from Featherston to Whanganui?

Yes, the driving distance between Featherston to Whanganui is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Featherston to Whanganui.

Where can I stay near Whanganui?

There are 74+ hotels available in Whanganui.

Featherston to Whanganui - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Featherston to Whanganui by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Featherston Station to Wellington Stationtrain Wrl
2. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
5h 40m
$35–83
Line 200 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Featherston - Fitzherbert Street to Masterton Recreation Centrebus 200
2. Take the bus from Masterton to Palmerston Northbus
3. Take the bus from MSBH - Platform 1 to Trafalgar Square - Bay 3bus 225
5h 40m
$29–89
Train, bus via Palmerston North
1. Take the train from Featherston Station to Wellington Stationtrain Wrl
2. Take the train from Wellington to Palmerston Northtrain
3. Take the bus from MSBH - Platform 1 to Trafalgar Square - Bay 3bus 225
6h 13m
$96–142
Drive 195.1 km
1. Drive from Featherston to Whanganuicar 195.1 km
2h 35m
$57–83

Featherston to Whanganui by train and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.3 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Featherston, New Zealand and Whanganui, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Featherston - Fitzherbert Street to Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 via Masterton, Palmerston North, and MSBH - Platform 1 in around 5h 40m.

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