What is the cheapest way to get from Petone to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Petone to Hamilton is to bus which costs $25 - $110 and takes 10h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Petone to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Petone to Hamilton is to line 83 bus and fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $290 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Petone and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Petone to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Jackson Street at Beach Street and arriving at Hamilton - Central via Wellington - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Petone and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Petone station to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Petone Station and arriving at Hamilton via Wellington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

How far is it from Petone to Hamilton?

The distance between Petone and Hamilton is 423 km. The road distance is 513.5 km.

How do I travel from Petone to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Petone to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 9h 42m and costs $210 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Petone to Hamilton?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Petone to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petone to Hamilton bus from?

Petone to Hamilton bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Where do I catch the Petone to Hamilton train from?

Petone to Hamilton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Wellington station.

Train or bus from Petone to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Petone to Hamilton is to train which takes 9h 42m and costs $210 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $110 and takes 10h 34m.

Where does the Petone to Hamilton bus arrive?

Petone to Hamilton bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Where does the Petone to Hamilton train arrive?

Petone to Hamilton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Hamilton station.

Can I drive from Petone to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Petone to Hamilton is 513 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Petone to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 451+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Petone to Hamilton - 8 ways to travel via train, line 83 bus, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Petone to Hamilton by bus, plane, train, or car

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Line 83 bus, fly to Hamilton International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Jackson Street at Beach Street to Lambton Central - Stop Bbus
2. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)plane WLG - HLZ
4h 38m
$299–1,541
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
10h 34m
$26–110
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington to Hamiltontrain Northern Explorer
9h 42m
$215–267
Drive 513.5 km
1. Drive from Petone to Hamiltoncar 513.5 km
5h 56m
$150–216
Fly to Tauranga Airport, drive
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Tauranga Airport (TRG)plane WLG - TRG
2. Drive from Tauranga-Airport-TRG to Hamiltoncar
4h 42m
$108–534
Fly to Auckland, bus
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WLG - AKL
2. Take the bus from Auckland International Airport to Hamilton - Centralbus
5h 58m
$116–387
Fly to New Plymouth Airport, bus
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)plane WLG - NPL
2. Take the bus from Bell Block to Hamilton - Centralbus
7h 48m
$120–549
Fly to Rotorua, bus
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Rotorua (ROT)plane WLG - ROT
2. Take the bus from Rotorua to Hamilton - Centralbus
7h 21m
$95–519

Petone to Hamilton by train

3Weekly Trains

9h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422.7 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Petone, New Zealand and Hamilton, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Wellington to Hamilton 3 times a week. Tickets cost $210–260 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Wellington - Central to Hamilton - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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