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

The cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Wellington is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Wellington is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct train between Taumarunui and Wellington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taumarunui Station station and arriving at Wellington. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Taumarunui to Wellington?

The distance between Taumarunui and Wellington is 394 km. The road distance is 355.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Wellington without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs $150 - $180.

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

The train from Taumarunui Station to Wellington takes 6h 5m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Wellington train from?

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

Where does the Taumarunui to Wellington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taumarunui to Wellington?

Yes, the driving distance between Taumarunui to Wellington is 356 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Taumarunui to Wellington.

How do I get a train ticket from Taumarunui to Wellington?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Taumarunui to Wellington 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 5m
$150–180
Drive 355.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Taumarunui to Wellingtoncar 355.6 km
4h 11m
$108–156
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 15m
$154–205
Bus to Hamilton International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Kihikihibus
2. Fly from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Wellington (WLG)plane HLZ - WLG
5h 59m
$302–901
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 8m
$468–942
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 11m

Taumarunui to Wellington by train

3Weekly Trains

6h 5mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 393.8 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Taumarunui, New Zealand and Wellington, 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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