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

The cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Wellington is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ohakune to Wellington is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Ohakune and Wellington?

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

Is there a direct train between Ohakune and Wellington?

No, there is no direct train from Ohakune to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Wellington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Ohakune to Wellington?

The distance between Ohakune and Wellington is 316 km. The road distance is 286.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ohakune to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $160 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Ohakune to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohakune to Wellington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ohakune to Wellington train from?

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

Train or bus from Ohakune to Wellington?

The best way to get from Ohakune to Wellington is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $160 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Ohakune to Wellington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ohakune to Wellington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ohakune to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohakune to Wellington is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Ohakune to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

There are 482+ hotels available in Wellington.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
4h 48m
$164–202
Drive 286.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ohakune to Wellingtoncar 286.4 km
3h 19m
$88–127
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
6h 29m

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Distance: 316.5 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $120–150 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ohakune to Wellington - Central via Whanganui / Wanganui in around 6h 29m.

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