What is the cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt?

The cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt?

The fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct train between Taumarunui and Lower Hutt?

No, there is no direct train from Taumarunui station to Lower Hutt station. However, there are services departing from Taumarunui Station and arriving at Waterloo Station via Wellington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt?

The distance between Taumarunui and Lower Hutt is 409 km. The road distance is 347 km.

How do I travel from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt without a car?

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs $150 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Lower Hutt train from?

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

Where does the Taumarunui to Lower Hutt train arrive?

Taumarunui to Lower Hutt train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt?

Yes, the driving distance between Taumarunui to Lower Hutt is 347 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt.

Where can I stay near Lower Hutt?

There are 533+ hotels available in Lower Hutt.

Taumarunui to Lower Hutt - 6 ways to travel via train, towncar, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Taumarunui to Lower Hutt by train, towncar, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taumarunui Station to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
6h 38m
$155–186
Drive 347 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Taumarunui to Lower Huttcar 347 km
4h 9m
$107–154
Towncar, bus
1. Take a town car from Taumarunui to Tūrangitowncar
2. Take the bus from Turangi to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
7h 56m
$159–233
Train to Hamilton International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taumarunui Station to Hamiltontrain
2. Fly from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG)plane HLZ - WLG
5h 56m
$434–1,108
Towncar, towncar to Rotorua, fly
1. Take a town car from Taumarunui to Tūrangitowncar
2. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Rotorua Airporttowncar
3. Fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Wellington (WLG)plane ROT - WLG
6h 51m
$474–951
Bus, bus to New Plymouth Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Eight Mile Junctionbus
2. Take the bus from Eight Mile Junction to Bell Blockbus
3. Fly from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Wellington (WLG)plane NPL - WLG
6h 54m

Taumarunui to Lower Hutt by train

3Weekly Trains

6h 38mAverage Duration

$155Cheapest Price

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Distance: 409.2 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Taumarunui, New Zealand and Lower Hutt, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Taumarunui Station to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $150–180 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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