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There are 3 ways to get from Te Puia to Rotorua by car or bus

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  1. Drive, bus

    best
    1. Drive from Te Puia to Te Karakacar car
    2. Take the bus from Te Karaka to Rotoruabus bus Auckland - Central - Gisborne
    6h 44m

  2. Drive  356.6 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Te Puia to Rotoruacar car 356.6 km
    5h
    $117–169

  3. Drive, bus via Ōpōtiki

    1. Drive from Te Puia to Opotikicar car
    2. Take the bus from Opotiki to Rotoruabus bus Auckland - Central - Gisborne
    5h 44m

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  • Distance: 377.8 km
  • Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Te Puia, Gisborne, New Zealand and Rotorua, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Te Puia to Rotorua. However, you can drive to Te Karaka then take the bus to Rotorua. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Te Puia to Rotorua via Opotiki in around 5h 44m.

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