What is the cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Petone?

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Petone is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Petone?

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Petone is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Palmerston North and Petone?

No, there is no direct bus from Palmerston North to Petone. However, there are services departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Jackson Street at Britannia Street via Wellington Station - Stop E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Palmerston North and Petone?

No, there is no direct train from Palmerston North to Petone station. However, there are services departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Petone Station via Wellington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Palmerston North to Petone?

The distance between Palmerston North and Petone is 146 km. The road distance is 134.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Petone without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Palmerston North to Petone?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Palmerston North to Petone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Petone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Petone train from?

Palmerston North to Petone train services, operated by KiwiRail - Capital Connection, depart from Palmerston North station.

Train or bus from Palmerston North to Petone?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Petone is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $70 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $80 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Palmerston North to Petone bus arrive?

Palmerston North to Petone bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Where does the Palmerston North to Petone train arrive?

Palmerston North to Petone train services, operated by KiwiRail - Capital Connection, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Palmerston North to Petone?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmerston North to Petone is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Palmerston North to Petone.

Where can I stay near Petone?

There are 537+ hotels available in Petone.

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There are 3 ways to get from Palmerston North to Petone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Palmerston North to Wellingtontrain Capital Connection
2h 28m
$70–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Wellington - Centralbus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport / ...
2h 46m
$18–78
Drive 134.9 km
1. Drive from Palmerston North to Petonecar 134.9 km
1h 36m
$40–57

Palmerston North to Petone by train

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Distance: 146.4 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

KiwiRail - Capital Connection operates a train from Palmerston North to Wellington 5 times a week. Tickets cost $98 and the journey takes 2h 5m. KiwiRail - Northern Explorer also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Palmerston North to Wellington - Central 4 times a day. Tickets cost $14–60 and the journey takes 2h 14m.

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