What is the cheapest way to get from New Plymouth to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from New Plymouth to Auckland is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from New Plymouth to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 37m and costs $120 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between New Plymouth and Auckland?

No, there is no direct bus from New Plymouth to Auckland. However, there are services departing from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY and arriving at Auckland - Central via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from New Plymouth to Auckland?

The distance between New Plymouth and Auckland is 262 km. The road distance is 357.9 km.

How do I travel from New Plymouth to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from New Plymouth to Auckland without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 49m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from New Plymouth to Auckland?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from New Plymouth to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Plymouth to Auckland bus from?

New Plymouth to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY station.

Bus or fly from New Plymouth to Auckland?

The best way to get from New Plymouth to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 37m and costs $120 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the New Plymouth to Auckland bus arrive?

New Plymouth to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Can I drive from New Plymouth to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between New Plymouth to Auckland is 358 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from New Plymouth to Auckland.

Where can I stay near Auckland?

There are 2253+ hotels available in Auckland.

New Plymouth to Auckland - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from New Plymouth to Auckland by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Auckland (AKL)plane NPL - AKL
2h 37m
$123–523
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Hamilton - Centralbus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
6h 50m
$40–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth to Otorohangabus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
2. Take the train from Otorohanga to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
6h 49m
$102–154
Drive 357.9 km
1. Drive from New Plymouth to Aucklandcar 357.9 km
4h 13m
$106–152
Bus, train via New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Otorohangabus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
2. Take the train from Otorohanga to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
7h 4m
$106–159

New Plymouth to Auckland by bus and train

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6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.4 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between New Plymouth, New Zealand and Auckland, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Auckland (AKL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Auckland - Central via Hamilton - Central in around 6h 50m.

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