What is the cheapest way to get from Karaka to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Karaka to Hamilton is to bus via Pukekohe Train Station 3 which costs $28 - $35 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karaka to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Karaka to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Karaka and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaka to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Karaka War Memorial Hall and arriving at Hamilton - Central via Papakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Karaka and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Karaka to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Papakura and arriving at Hamilton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Karaka to Hamilton?

The distance between Karaka and Hamilton is 113 km. The road distance is 97.6 km.

How do I travel from Karaka to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Karaka to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Karaka to Hamilton?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Karaka to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaka to Hamilton bus from?

Karaka to Hamilton bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Papakura station.

Where do I catch the Karaka to Hamilton train from?

Karaka to Hamilton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Papakura station.

Train or bus from Karaka to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Karaka to Hamilton is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Karaka to Hamilton bus arrive?

Karaka to Hamilton bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Where does the Karaka to Hamilton train arrive?

Karaka to Hamilton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Hamilton station.

Can I drive from Karaka to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaka to Hamilton is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Karaka to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 453+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Karaka to Hamilton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Karaka to Hamilton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Papakura to Hamiltontrain Northern Explorer
2h 50m
$54–70
Bus via Pukekohe Train Station 3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Custom St Bus Bay, Pukekohe to 610 Victoria St, Hamiltonbus 21
4h 1m
$28–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Papakura to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Gisborne / ...
2h 55m
Drive 97.6 km
1. Drive from Karaka to Hamiltoncar 97.6 km
1h 9m
$29–42

Karaka to Hamilton by bus and train

3Weekly Services

2h 50mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.2 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Karaka, Auckland, New Zealand and Hamilton, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Papakura to Hamilton 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–65 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Papakura to Hamilton - Central twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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