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

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Waikato is to bus which costs $25 - $80 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Waikato is to fly and bus which takes 3h 31m and costs $430 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Palmerston North and Waikato?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Hamilton - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Palmerston North and Waikato?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Hamilton. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Palmerston North to Waikato?

The distance between Palmerston North and Waikato is 459 km. The road distance is 390.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Waikato without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $160 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Palmerston North to Waikato, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Palmerston North to Waikato?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Waikato is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs $160 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $80 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Palmerston North to Waikato bus arrive?

Palmerston North to Waikato bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Where does the Palmerston North to Waikato train arrive?

Palmerston North to Waikato train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Hamilton station.

Can I drive from Palmerston North to Waikato?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmerston North to Waikato is 391 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Palmerston North to Waikato.

Where can I stay near Waikato?

There are 453+ hotels available in Waikato.

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

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Fly from Palmerston, bus
best
1. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane PMR - AKL
2. Take the bus from Auckland Domestic Airport to Huntlybus
3h 31m
$431–867
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
6h 54m
$25–80
Train
1. Take the train from Palmerston North to Hamiltontrain Northern Explorer
6h 25m
$160–200
Drive 390.8 km
1. Drive from Palmerston North to Hamiltoncar 390.8 km
4h 29m
$114–164
Bus to Wanganui Airport, fly, bus
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
3. Take the bus from Auckland Domestic Airport to Huntlybus
5h 29m
$184–331

Palmerston North to Waikato by train

3Weekly Trains

6h 25mAverage Duration

$160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 459.2 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Palmerston North to Hamilton 3 times a week. Tickets cost $160–200 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Palmerston North to Hamilton - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 6h 54m.

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