What is the cheapest way to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park is to bus which costs $90 - $200 and takes 12h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park?

The fastest way to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park is to drive which takes 6h 40m and costs $160 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Paihia and Tongariro National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Paihia to Tongariro National Park. However, there are services departing from Paihia and arriving at National Park via Auckland - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 39m.

How far is it from Paihia to Tongariro National Park?

The distance between Paihia and Tongariro National Park is 579 km. The road distance is 560.5 km.

How do I travel from Paihia to Tongariro National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 3m and costs $190 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park?

It takes approximately 11h 3m to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paihia to Tongariro National Park bus from?

Paihia to Tongariro National Park bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Paihia station.

Where does the Paihia to Tongariro National Park bus arrive?

Paihia to Tongariro National Park bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Can I drive from Paihia to Tongariro National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Paihia to Tongariro National Park is 561 km. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Paihia to Tongariro National Park.

Where can I stay near Tongariro National Park?

There are 39+ hotels available in Tongariro National Park.

Paihia to Tongariro National Park - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park by bus, train, car, plane, towncar, taxi, or shuttle

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Paihia to Albanybus Auckland - Central - Kerikeri
2. Take the train from Papakura to National Parktrain Northern Explorer
11h 3m
$191–281
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paihia to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Kerikeri
2. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to National Parkbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
12h 39m
$92–199
Drive 560.6 km
1. Drive from Paihia to Tongariro National Parkcar 560.6 km
6h 40m
$162–234
Fly to Taupo, towncar
1. Fly from Kerikeri Airport (KKE) to Taupo (TUO)plane KKE - TUO
2. Take a town car from Taupo Airport to Tūrangitowncar
3. Take a town car from Tūrangi to National Parktowncar
6h 58m
$414–905
Fly to Wanganui Airport, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Kerikeri Airport (KKE) to Wanganui Airport (WAG)plane KKE - WAG
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Ohakunebus
3. Take the taxi from Ohakune to Tongariro National Parktaxi
6h 43m
Tour, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Paihia to Aucklandshuttle Paihia to Auckland via East Coast Small Group Tour
2. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to National Parkbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
20h 29m
$242–349

Kerikeri Airport (KKE) to Taupo (TUO) flights

11Weekly Planes

3h 41mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Paihia to Tongariro National Park.

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Distance: 579.1 km
Duration: 11h 3m

What companies run services between Paihia, New Zealand and Tongariro National Park, NZ-MWT, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Paihia to Tongariro National Park via Auckland - Central, National Park, National Park, and Whakapapa Village in around 12h 39m.

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