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How to get fromPalmerston North to Whakapapaby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palmerston North to Whakapapa by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Mt Bruce National Wildlife Centrebus bus Palmerston North - Masterton
    2. Take the taxi from Mt Bruce National Wildlife Centre to Whakapapataxi taxi
    1h 29m
    $64–82

  2. Drive 81.8 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palmerston North to Whakapapacar car 81.8 km
    1h 12m
    $24–34

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Palmerston North to Whakapapataxi taxi 81.8 km
    1h 12m
    $230–280

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Palmerston North to Whakapapa.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 98 km
  • Duration: 1h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Palmerston North to Whakapapa. However, you can take the bus to Mt Bruce National Wildlife Centre then take the taxi to Whakapapa. Alternatively, you can drive from Palmerston North to Whakapapa in around 1h 12m.

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