What is the cheapest way to get from Porirua to Taumarunui?

The cheapest way to get from Porirua to Taumarunui is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porirua to Taumarunui?

The fastest way to get from Porirua to Taumarunui is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs $95 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Porirua and Taumarunui?

No, there is no direct bus from Porirua to Taumarunui. However, there are services departing from Porirua and arriving at Taumarunui via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Porirua and Taumarunui?

No, there is no direct train from Porirua station to Taumarunui station. However, there are services departing from Porirua Station and arriving at Taumarunui Station via Paraparaumu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Porirua to Taumarunui?

The distance between Porirua and Taumarunui is 376 km. The road distance is 335.4 km.

How do I travel from Porirua to Taumarunui without a car?

The best way to get from Porirua to Taumarunui without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs $140 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Porirua to Taumarunui?

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Porirua to Taumarunui, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porirua to Taumarunui bus from?

Porirua to Taumarunui bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Porirua station.

Where do I catch the Porirua to Taumarunui train from?

Porirua to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Paraparaumu station.

Train or bus from Porirua to Taumarunui?

The best way to get from Porirua to Taumarunui is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs $140 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Porirua to Taumarunui bus arrive?

Porirua to Taumarunui bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Where does the Porirua to Taumarunui train arrive?

Porirua to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Taumarunui Station.

Can I drive from Porirua to Taumarunui?

Yes, the driving distance between Porirua to Taumarunui is 335 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Porirua to Taumarunui.

How do I get a train ticket from Porirua to Taumarunui?

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Where can I stay near Taumarunui?

There are 25+ hotels available in Taumarunui.

Porirua to Taumarunui - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Porirua to Taumarunui by train, bus, car, plane, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paraparaumu to Taumarunui Stationtrain Northern Explorer
6h 58m
$149–182
Drive 335.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Porirua to Taumarunuicar 335.4 km
4h 4m
$99–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Porirua to Palmerston Northbus Wellington - Central - Napier / ...
2. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Taumarunuibus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
7h 14m
Fly, towncar
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Rotorua (ROT)plane WLG - ROT
2. Take a town car from Rotorua Airport to Tūrangitowncar
3. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Taumarunuitowncar
7h 15m
$460–832

Porirua to Taumarunui by train

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 376.2 km
Duration: 6h 58m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Paraparaumu to Taumarunui Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $140–170 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porirua to Taumarunui via Palmerston North in around 7h 14m.

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