What is the cheapest way to get from French Pass to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from French Pass to Wellington is to bus which costs $95 - $180 and takes 8h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from French Pass to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from French Pass to Wellington is to fly which takes 2h 3m and costs $390 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between French Pass and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from French Pass to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Karapiro and arriving at Wellington - Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between French Pass and Wellington?

No, there is no direct train from French Pass to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Hamilton and arriving at Wellington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from French Pass to Wellington?

The distance between French Pass and Wellington is 418 km. The road distance is 502.1 km.

How do I travel from French Pass to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from French Pass to Wellington without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $95 - $180.

How long does it take to get from French Pass to Wellington?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from French Pass to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the French Pass to Wellington bus from?

French Pass to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Karapiro station.

Where do I catch the French Pass to Wellington train from?

French Pass to Wellington train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Hamilton station.

Train, bus or fly from French Pass to Wellington?

The best way to get from French Pass to Wellington is to fly which takes 2h 3m and costs $390 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $180 and takes 8h 19m, you could also train, which costs $370 - $460 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the French Pass to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Where does the French Pass to Wellington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from French Pass to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between French Pass to Wellington is 502 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from French Pass to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 497+ hotels available in Wellington.

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

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Fly from Hamilton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG)plane HLZ - WLG
2h 3m
$398–1,266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karapiro to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
8h 19m
$98–180
Train
1. Take the train from Hamilton to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
8h 47m
$375–455
Drive 502.1 km
1. Drive from French Pass to Wellingtoncar 502.1 km
5h 46m
$151–218
Drive to Tauranga Airport, fly
1. Drive from French Pass to Tauranga-Airport-TRGcar
2. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Wellington (WLG)plane TRG - WLG
3h 6m
$109–599

Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG) flights

37Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 418.4 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between French Pass, New Zealand and Wellington, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG) 5 times a day. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Karapiro to Wellington - Central once daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 8h 7m.

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