What is the cheapest way to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands?

The cheapest way to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands is to bus which costs $19 - $80 and takes 10h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands?

The fastest way to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $80 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Tauranga and Chatham Islands?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tauranga and arriving at Wellington - Central. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Tauranga to Chatham Islands?

The distance between Tauranga and Chatham Islands is 430 km. The road distance is 512.1 km.

How do I travel from Tauranga to Chatham Islands without a car?

The best way to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands without a car is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs $19 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tauranga to Chatham Islands bus from?

Tauranga to Chatham Islands bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Tauranga station.

Bus or fly from Tauranga to Chatham Islands?

The best way to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $80 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $80 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Tauranga to Chatham Islands bus arrive?

Tauranga to Chatham Islands bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

What is the time difference between Tauranga and Chatham Islands?

Chatham Islands is 45 min ahead of Tauranga. It is currently 5:37 AM in Tauranga and 6:22 AM in Chatham Islands.

Can I drive from Tauranga to Chatham Islands?

Yes, the driving distance between Tauranga to Chatham Islands is 512 km. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Tauranga to Chatham Islands.

Where can I stay near Chatham Islands?

There are 485+ hotels available in Chatham Islands.

Tauranga to Chatham Islands - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tauranga to Chatham Islands by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Tauranga Airport
best
1. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Wellington (WLG)plane TRG - WLG
1h 50m
$84–492
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tauranga to Wellington - Centralbus Wellington - Central - Tauranga
10h 45m
$19–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tauranga to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Tauranga / ...
2. Take the train from Hamilton to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
11h 7m
$242–293
Drive 512.1 km
1. Drive from Tauranga to Wellingtoncar 512.1 km
6h 5m
$150–216
Bus to Rotorua, fly
1. Take the bus from Tauranga to Rotorua Airportbus
2. Fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Wellington (WLG)plane ROT - WLG
4h 4m

Tauranga to Chatham Islands by bus

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10h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 430.3 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Tauranga, New Zealand and Chatham Islands, New Zealand?

Air New Zealand flies from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Wellington (WLG) every 3 hours. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Tauranga to Wellington - Central once daily. Tickets cost $19–80 and the journey takes 10h 45m.

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