What is the cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt?

The cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt?

The fastest way to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Ohakune and Lower Hutt?

No, there is no direct bus from Ohakune to Lower Hutt. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Wellington - Central via Whanganui / Wanganui. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ohakune and Lower Hutt?

No, there is no direct train from Ohakune to Lower Hutt station. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Waterloo Station via Wellington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Ohakune to Lower Hutt?

The distance between Ohakune and Lower Hutt is 332 km. The road distance is 277.8 km.

How do I travel from Ohakune to Lower Hutt without a car?

The best way to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $170 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohakune to Lower Hutt bus from?

Ohakune to Lower Hutt bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Ohakune station.

Where do I catch the Ohakune to Lower Hutt train from?

Ohakune to Lower Hutt train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Ohakune station.

Train or bus from Ohakune to Lower Hutt?

The best way to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $170 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Ohakune to Lower Hutt bus arrive?

Ohakune to Lower Hutt bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Whanganui / Wanganui station.

Where does the Ohakune to Lower Hutt train arrive?

Ohakune to Lower Hutt train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Ohakune to Lower Hutt?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohakune to Lower Hutt is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Ohakune to Lower Hutt.

Where can I stay near Lower Hutt?

There are 536+ hotels available in Lower Hutt.

Ohakune to Lower Hutt - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ohakune to Lower Hutt by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
5h 21m
$179–220
Drive 277.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ohakune to Lower Huttcar 277.8 km
3h 17m
$81–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ohakune to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Wellington - Centralbus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
7h 2m

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Distance: 331.9 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Ohakune, New Zealand and Lower Hutt, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $130–160 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ohakune to Waterloo Station via Whanganui / Wanganui, Wellington - Central, and Wellington Station in around 7h 2m.

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