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How to get fromPalmerston North to Waitomo Glowworm Cavesby bus, train, car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Palmerston North to Waitomo Glowworm Caves by bus, train, car, or plane

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  1. Bus

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    1. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Waitomo Townshipbus bus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
    6h 21m
    $19–85

  2. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Palmerston North to Taumarunui Stationtrain train Northern Explorer
    2. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Waitomo Townshipbus bus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
    6h 36m

  3. Drive 336.8 km

    1. Drive from Palmerston North to Waitomo Glowworm Cavescar car 336.8 km
    3h 57m
    $99–143

  4. Fly, bus

    1. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane plane PMR - AKL
    2. Take the bus from Manukau City to Waitomo Townshipbus bus
    6h 8m

Palmerston North to Waitomo Glowworm Caves by bus and foot

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration6h 21mAverage Duration
Ticket$19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 361.7 km
  • Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Palmerston North, New Zealand and Waitomo Glowworm Caves, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Palmerston North to Waitomo Township 5 times a week. Tickets cost $19–85 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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