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How to get fromRotorua to Waihau Bayby bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rotorua to Waihau Bay by bus or car

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  1. Bus, drive via Kutarere

    best
    1. Take the bus from Rotorua to Kutarerebus bus Auckland - Central - Gisborne
    2. Drive from Kutarere to Waihau Baycar car
    3h 41m

  2. Drive 231.7 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Rotorua to Waihau Baycar car 231.7 km
    3h 25m
    $68–97

  3. Bus, drive

    1. Take the bus from Rotorua to Whakatanebus bus Auckland - Central - Gisborne
    2. Drive from Whakatane to Waihau Baycar car
    3h 33m

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  • Distance: 240.2 km
  • Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Rotorua, New Zealand and Waihau Bay, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Rotorua to Waihau Bay. However, you can take the bus to Kutarere then drive to Waihau Bay. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotorua to Waihau Bay via Whakatane in around 3h 33m.

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