What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland is to bus which costs $13 - $70 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $65 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Taupō and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taupo and arriving at Auckland - Central. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Lake Taupō to Auckland?

The distance between Lake Taupō and Auckland is 245 km. The road distance is 266.3 km.

How do I travel from Lake Taupō to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $13 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Taupō to Auckland bus from?

Lake Taupō to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Taupo station.

Bus or fly from Lake Taupō to Auckland?

The best way to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs $65 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13 - $70 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Lake Taupō to Auckland bus arrive?

Lake Taupō to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Can I drive from Lake Taupō to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Taupō to Auckland is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Lake Taupō to Auckland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lake Taupō to Auckland?

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Lake Taupō to Auckland - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Taupō to Auckland by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Taupo
best
1. Fly from Taupo (TUO) to Auckland (AKL)plane TUO - AKL
2h 25m
$67–455
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taupo to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
4h 10m
$13–70
Drive 266.3 km
1. Drive from Kinloch to Aucklandcar 266.3 km
2h 58m
$78–113
Bus to Rotorua, fly
1. Take the bus from Taupo to Rotorua Airportbus
2. Fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Auckland (AKL)plane ROT - AKL
4h 44m

Lake Taupō to Auckland by bus

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Distance: 245.1 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Lake Taupō, New Zealand and Auckland, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Taupo (TUO) to Auckland (AKL) twice daily. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Taupo to Auckland - Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost $13–70 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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