What is the cheapest way to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Raetihi and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Raetihi and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Raetihi and Palmerston North?

No, there is no direct train from Raetihi to Palmerston North. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Palmerston North via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Raetihi to Palmerston North?

The distance between Raetihi and Palmerston North is 192 km. The road distance is 159.6 km.

How do I travel from Raetihi to Palmerston North without a car?

The best way to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $120 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Raetihi to Palmerston North bus from?

Raetihi to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Raetihi station.

Where do I catch the Raetihi to Palmerston North train from?

Raetihi to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Ohakune station.

Train or bus from Raetihi to Palmerston North?

The best way to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $120 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h.

Where does the Raetihi to Palmerston North bus arrive?

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

Where does the Raetihi to Palmerston North train arrive?

Raetihi to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Raetihi to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Raetihi to Palmerston North is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Raetihi to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 114+ hotels available in Palmerston North.

Raetihi to Palmerston North - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Raetihi to Palmerston North by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Palmerston Northtrain Northern Explorer
2h 54m
$124–152
Drive 159.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Raetihi to Palmerston Northcar 159.6 km
1h 55m
$47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Raetihi to Palmerston Northbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
3h

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Distance: 191.8 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Palmerston North 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–100 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Raetihi to Palmerston North 5 times a week, and the journey takes 3h.

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