What is the cheapest way to get from Rotorua to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Rotorua to Auckland is to bus which costs $15 - $70 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotorua to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Rotorua to Auckland is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 11m and costs $360 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Rotorua and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotorua and arriving at Auckland - Central. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Rotorua to Auckland?

The distance between Rotorua and Auckland is 226 km. The road distance is 226.5 km.

How do I travel from Rotorua to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Rotorua to Auckland without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $15 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Rotorua to Auckland?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Rotorua to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotorua to Auckland bus from?

Rotorua to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Rotorua station.

Bus or fly from Rotorua to Auckland?

The best way to get from Rotorua to Auckland is to bus which takes 4h and costs $15 - $70. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $460 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Rotorua to Auckland bus arrive?

Rotorua to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Can I drive from Rotorua to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotorua to Auckland is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Rotorua to Auckland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rotorua to Auckland?

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Where can I stay near Auckland?

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Rotorua to Auckland - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rotorua to Auckland by taxi, plane, bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Taxi to Tauranga Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Rotorua to Tauranga-Airport-TRGtaxi
2. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Auckland (AKL)plane TRG - AKL
2h 11m
$363–799
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotorua to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
4h
$15–70
Drive 226.5 km
1. Drive from Rotorua to Aucklandcar 226.5 km
2h 32m
$66–95
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Rotorua to Aucklandshuttle Rotorua to Auckland via Taupo & Hamilton Gardens
11h
$260–309
Fly from Rotorua
1. Fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Auckland (AKL)plane ROT - AKL
2h 36m
$60–452
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rotorua to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
2. Take the train from Hamilton Rotokauri Train Station 1 to The Strand Train Station 1train Huia
5h 46m
$42–85

Rotorua to Auckland by bus

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Distance: 225.7 km
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Rotorua, New Zealand and Auckland, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Rotorua to Auckland - Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost $15–70 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Air New Zealand flies from Rotorua (ROT) to Auckland (AKL) twice daily.

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