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How to get fromHamilton to Ruapehu Districtby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hamilton to Ruapehu District by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Raurimubus bus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
    3h 34m
  2. Drive 191.1 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Hamilton to Ruapehu Districtcar car 191.1 km
    2h 25m
    $55–80
  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Hamilton to Taumarunui Stationtrain train Northern Explorer
    3h 34m
    $65–85

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What companies run services between Hamilton, New Zealand and Ruapehu District, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Hamilton - Central to Raurimu 5 times a week, and the journey takes 3h 34m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Hamilton to Taumarunui Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $65–85 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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