What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia is to bus which costs $40 - $120 and takes 10h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia?

The fastest way to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $200 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Maunganui and Paihia?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Maunganui to Paihia. However, there are services departing from Maunganui Road - Shopping Centre and arriving at Paihia via Tauranga and Auckland - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Mount Maunganui to Paihia?

The distance between Mount Maunganui and Paihia is 365 km. The road distance is 432.1 km.

How do I travel from Mount Maunganui to Paihia without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia without a car is to bus which takes 10h 13m and costs $40 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Maunganui to Paihia bus from?

Mount Maunganui to Paihia bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Tauranga station.

Bus or fly from Mount Maunganui to Paihia?

The best way to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $200 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $120 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Mount Maunganui to Paihia bus arrive?

Mount Maunganui to Paihia bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Can I drive from Mount Maunganui to Paihia?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Maunganui to Paihia is 432 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Mount Maunganui to Paihia.

Where can I stay near Paihia?

There are 386+ hotels available in Paihia.

Mount Maunganui to Paihia - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and Tour

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There are 6 ways to get from Mount Maunganui to Paihia by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly Tauranga Airport to Kerikeri Airport
best
1. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Kerikeri Airport (KKE)plane TRG - KKE
3h 23m
$208–758
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tauranga to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Tauranga / ...
2. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Paihiabus Auckland - Central - Kerikeri
10h 13m
$43–114
Drive 432.1 km
1. Drive from Mount Maunganui to Paihiacar 432.1 km
5h 21m
$145–209
Bus, Tour
1. Take the bus from Tauranga to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Tauranga / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Auckland to Paihiashuttle Auckland to Paihia via West Coast Small Group Tour
18h 8m
$244–404
Fly Tauranga Airport to Whangarei Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Whangarei Airport (WRE)plane TRG - WRE
2. Take the bus from Whangarei to Paihiabus
5h 43m
Fly Tauranga Airport to Whangarei Airport, bus #2
1. Fly from Tauranga Airport to Whangarei Airportplane
2. Take the bus from Whangarei to Paihiabus
3h 48m

Mount Maunganui to Paihia by bus

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10h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 364.5 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Mount Maunganui, New Zealand and Paihia, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Kerikeri Airport (KKE) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maunganui Road - Shopping Centre to Paihia via Dive Crescent - The Cargo Shed, Tauranga, and Auckland - Central in around 10h 13m.

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