What is the cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Bulls?

The cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Bulls is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Bulls?

The fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Bulls is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Taumarunui and Bulls?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taumarunui and arriving at Bulls. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Taumarunui and Bulls?

No, there is no direct train from Taumarunui station to Bulls. However, there are services departing from Taumarunui Station and arriving at Palmerston North via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Taumarunui to Bulls?

The distance between Taumarunui and Bulls is 228 km. The road distance is 206.1 km.

How do I travel from Taumarunui to Bulls without a car?

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Bulls without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Taumarunui to Bulls?

The bus from Taumarunui to Bulls takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Bulls bus from?

Taumarunui to Bulls bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Taumarunui station.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Bulls train from?

Taumarunui to Bulls train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Taumarunui Station.

Train or bus from Taumarunui to Bulls?

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Bulls is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $230 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Taumarunui to Bulls bus arrive?

Taumarunui to Bulls bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Bulls station.

Where does the Taumarunui to Bulls train arrive?

Taumarunui to Bulls train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Taumarunui to Bulls?

Yes, the driving distance between Taumarunui to Bulls is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Taumarunui to Bulls.

Where can I stay near Bulls?

There are 33+ hotels available in Bulls.

Taumarunui to Bulls - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and towncar

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There are 4 ways to get from Taumarunui to Bulls by bus, train, car, or towncar

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Bullsbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
3h 30m
Drive 206.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Taumarunui to Bullscar 206.1 km
2h 25m
$64–92
Train
1. Take the train from Taumarunui Station to Palmerston Northtrain Northern Explorer
4h 21m
$184–223
Towncar, bus
1. Take a town car from Taumarunui to Tūrangitowncar
2. Take the bus from Turangi to Bullsbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
4h 10m

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Distance: 227.8 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Taumarunui, New Zealand and Bulls, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Taumarunui to Bulls 5 times a week, and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Taumarunui Station to Palmerston North 3 times a week. Tickets cost $100–130 and the journey takes 4h.

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