What is the cheapest way to get from Raetihi to Wellington?

The cheapest way to get from Raetihi to Wellington is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Raetihi to Wellington?

The fastest way to get from Raetihi to Wellington is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Raetihi and Wellington?

No, there is no direct bus from Raetihi to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Raetihi and arriving at Wellington - Central via Whanganui / Wanganui. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Raetihi and Wellington?

No, there is no direct train from Raetihi to Wellington. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Wellington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Raetihi to Wellington?

The distance between Raetihi and Wellington is 328 km. The road distance is 279.4 km.

How do I travel from Raetihi to Wellington without a car?

The best way to get from Raetihi to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $170 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Raetihi to Wellington?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Raetihi to Wellington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Raetihi to Wellington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Raetihi to Wellington train from?

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

Train or bus from Raetihi to Wellington?

The best way to get from Raetihi to Wellington is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $170 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Raetihi to Wellington bus arrive?

Raetihi to Wellington bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Whanganui / Wanganui station.

Where does the Raetihi to Wellington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Raetihi to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Raetihi to Wellington is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Raetihi to Wellington.

Where can I stay near Wellington?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
4h 59m
$174–212
Drive 279.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Raetihi to Wellingtoncar 279.4 km
3h 17m
$82–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Raetihi to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Wellington - Centralbus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
6h 19m

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Distance: 327.7 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Raetihi, New Zealand and Wellington, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $130–160 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Raetihi to Wellington - Central via Whanganui / Wanganui in around 6h 19m.

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