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How to get fromPorirua to Ohakuneby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Porirua to Ohakune by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Paraparaumu to Ohakunetrain train Northern Explorer
    5h 36m
    $159–207

  2. Drive 265.9 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Porirua to Ohakunecar car 265.9 km
    3h 12m
    $78–113

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Paraparaumu to Whanganui / Wanganuibus bus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
    2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Ohakunebus bus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
    6h 57m

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  • Distance: 299 km
  • Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Porirua, New Zealand and Ohakune, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Paraparaumu to Ohakune 3 times a week. Tickets cost $110–140 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porirua Station to Ohakune via Paraparaumu and Whanganui / Wanganui in around 6h 57m.

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