What is the cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City?

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City is to bus which costs $30 - $95 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City?

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $420 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Palmerston North and Auckland City?

No, there is no direct bus from Palmerston North to Auckland City. However, there are services departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Horoeka Avenue via Aotea Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Palmerston North and Auckland City?

No, there is no direct train from Palmerston North to Auckland City. However, there are services departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Auckland Strand via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Palmerston North to Auckland City?

The distance between Palmerston North and Auckland City is 401 km. The road distance is 510.8 km.

How do I travel from Palmerston North to Auckland City without a car?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City without a car is to train which takes 9h 10m and costs $210 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Auckland City bus from?

Palmerston North to Auckland City bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Palmerston North station.

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Auckland City train from?

Palmerston North to Auckland City train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Palmerston North station.

Train, bus or fly from Palmerston North to Auckland City?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $420 - $900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $260 and takes 9h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $30 - $95 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Palmerston North to Auckland City bus arrive?

Palmerston North to Auckland City bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Palmerston North to Auckland City train arrive?

Palmerston North to Auckland City train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Palmerston North to Auckland City?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmerston North to Auckland City is 511 km. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Palmerston North to Auckland City.

Where can I stay near Auckland City?

There are 2266+ hotels available in Auckland City.

Palmerston North to Auckland City - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Palmerston North to Auckland City by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Palmerston
best
1. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane PMR - AKL
3h 6m
$428–864
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
9h 21m
$32–92
Train
1. Take the train from Palmerston North to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
9h 10m
$217–258
Drive 510.8 km
1. Drive from Palmerston North to Auckland Citycar 510.8 km
5h 45m
$148–214
Bus to Wanganui Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from MSBH - Platform 1 to Trafalgar Square - Bay 3bus
2. Fly from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WAG - AKL
5h 4m
$181–330

Palmerston North to Auckland City by train, foot, and bus

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9h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 400.8 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Palmerston North, New Zealand and Auckland City, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Palmerston North to Auckland Strand 3 times a week. Tickets cost $210–260 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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