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

The cheapest way to get from Taranaki to Auckland is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taranaki to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $90 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Taranaki and Auckland?

No, there is no direct bus from Taranaki to Auckland. However, there are services departing from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY and arriving at Auckland - Central via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Taranaki to Auckland?

The distance between Taranaki and Auckland is 255 km. The road distance is 357.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Taranaki to Auckland without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Taranaki to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taranaki to Auckland bus from?

Taranaki to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY station.

Bus or fly from Taranaki to Auckland?

The best way to get from Taranaki to Auckland is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $90 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Taranaki to Auckland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taranaki to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Taranaki to Auckland is 358 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Taranaki to Auckland.

Where can I stay near Auckland?

There are 2235+ hotels available in Auckland.

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There are 4 ways to get from Taranaki to Auckland by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Auckland (AKL)plane NPL - AKL
2h 30m
$94–479
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Hamilton - Centralbus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
6h 50m
$40–73
Drive 357.9 km
1. Drive from New Plymouth to Aucklandcar 357.9 km
4h 13m
$105–151
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Otorohangabus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
2. Take the train from Otorohanga to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
7h 4m
$106–159

Taranaki to Auckland by bus

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Distance: 255.4 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Air New Zealand flies from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Auckland (AKL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Plymouth Boys High STUDENTS ONLY to Auckland - Central via Hamilton - Central in around 6h 50m.

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