What is the cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Porirua?

The cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Porirua is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ohakune to Porirua?

The fastest way to get from Ohakune to Porirua is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Ohakune and Porirua?

No, there is no direct bus from Ohakune to Porirua. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Paraparaumu via Whanganui / Wanganui. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ohakune and Porirua?

No, there is no direct train from Ohakune to Porirua station. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Porirua Station via Paraparaumu Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Ohakune to Porirua?

The distance between Ohakune and Porirua is 299 km. The road distance is 266 km.

How do I travel from Ohakune to Porirua without a car?

The best way to get from Ohakune to Porirua without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $160 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Ohakune to Porirua?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Ohakune to Porirua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohakune to Porirua bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ohakune to Porirua train from?

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

Train or bus from Ohakune to Porirua?

The best way to get from Ohakune to Porirua is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $160 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Ohakune to Porirua bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ohakune to Porirua train arrive?

Ohakune to Porirua train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Paraparaumu station.

Can I drive from Ohakune to Porirua?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohakune to Porirua is 266 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Ohakune to Porirua.

Where can I stay near Porirua?

There are 542+ hotels available in Porirua.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Paraparaumutrain Northern Explorer
4h 43m
$162–204
Drive 266 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ohakune to Poriruacar 266 km
3h 12m
$79–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ohakune to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Paraparaumubus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
6h 29m

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Distance: 298.9 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Ohakune, New Zealand and Porirua, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Paraparaumu 3 times a week. Tickets cost $110–140 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ohakune to Porirua Station via Whanganui / Wanganui, Paraparaumu, and Paraparaumu Station in around 6h 29m.

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