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How to get fromRussell to Ahiparaby ferry, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Russell to Ahipara by ferry, bus, or car

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  1. Ferry, bus

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Russell to Paihiaferry ferry
    2. Take the bus from Kerikeri to Kaitaiabus bus Kerikeri - Kaitaia
    5h 27m

  2. Drive 153.2 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Russell to Ahiparacar car 153.2 km
    2h 21m
    $45–64

  3. Ferry, line 3 bus, bus

    1. Take the ferry from Russell to Paihiaferry ferry
    2. Take the bus from Paihia to Waipapabus bus 3
    3. Take the bus from Waipapa to Kaitaiabus bus
    5h 52m

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  • Distance: 150.5 km
  • Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Russell, New Zealand and Ahipara, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Russell to Ahipara. However, you can take the ferry to Paihia, walk to Paihia, take the bus to Kerikeri, take the bus to Kaitaia, walk to Te Ahu, then take the bus to Ahipara School. Alternatively, you can drive from Russell to Ahipara in around 2h 21m.

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