What is the cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Taumarunui and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taumarunui and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Taumarunui and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taumarunui Station station and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Taumarunui to Palmerston North?

The distance between Taumarunui and Palmerston North is 258 km. The road distance is 234.9 km.

How do I travel from Taumarunui to Palmerston North without a car?

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $110 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North?

The train from Taumarunui Station to Palmerston North takes 4h including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Palmerston North bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Palmerston North train from?

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

Train or bus from Taumarunui to Palmerston North?

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North is to train which takes 4h and costs $110 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Taumarunui to Palmerston North bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taumarunui to Palmerston North train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taumarunui to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Taumarunui to Palmerston North is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Taumarunui to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 114+ hotels available in Palmerston North.

Taumarunui to Palmerston North - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Taumarunui to Palmerston North by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Taumarunui Station to Palmerston Northtrain Northern Explorer
4h
$110–140
Drive 234.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Taumarunui to Palmerston Northcar 234.9 km
2h 45m
$69–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Palmerston Northbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
4h 20m

Taumarunui to Palmerston North by train

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Distance: 257.9 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Taumarunui, New Zealand and Palmerston North, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Taumarunui Station to Palmerston North 3 times a week. Tickets cost $110–140 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Taumarunui to Palmerston North 5 times a week, and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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