What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands is to bus which costs $22 - $90 and takes 8h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $290 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Chatham Islands?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamilton - Central and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Chatham Islands?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hamilton and arriving at Wellington. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

The distance between Hamilton and Chatham Islands is 407 km. The road distance is 519.4 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Chatham Islands without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands without a car is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs $210 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Chatham Islands bus from?

Hamilton to Chatham Islands bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Hamilton - Central station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Chatham Islands train from?

Hamilton to Chatham Islands train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Hamilton station.

Train, bus or fly from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $290 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $260 and takes 8h 20m, you could also bus, which costs $22 - $90 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Hamilton to Chatham Islands bus arrive?

Hamilton to Chatham Islands bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

What is the time difference between Hamilton and Chatham Islands?

Chatham Islands is 45 min ahead of Hamilton. It is currently 10:53 AM in Hamilton and 11:38 AM in Chatham Islands.

Where does the Hamilton to Chatham Islands train arrive?

Hamilton to Chatham Islands train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Chatham Islands is 519 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Hamilton to Chatham Islands.

How do I get a train ticket from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hamilton to Chatham Islands?

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Where can I stay near Chatham Islands?

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There are 7 ways to get from Hamilton to Chatham Islands by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Hamilton International Airport to Wellington
best
1. Fly from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG)plane HLZ - WLG
3h 8m
$294–1,518
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
8h 40m
$22–90
Train
1. Take the train from Hamilton to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
8h 20m
$210–260
Drive 519.4 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Wellingtoncar 519.4 km
5h 57m
$151–218
Drive to Tauranga Airport, fly to Wellington
1. Drive from Hamilton to Tauranga-Airport-TRGcar
2. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Wellington (WLG)plane TRG - WLG
3h 9m
$115–547
Bus to Auckland, fly to Wellington
1. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Manukau Citybus
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
4h 19m
$111–368
Bus to Auckland, fly to Paraparaumu
1. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Manukau Citybus
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Paraparaumu (PPQ)plane AKL - PPQ
4h 55m
$244–673

Hamilton to Chatham Islands by train

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8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 407.5 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Hamilton, New Zealand and Chatham Islands, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG) 5 times a day. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Hamilton to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $210–260 and the journey takes 8h 20m.

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