What is the cheapest way to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs $100 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Auckland?

No, there is no direct bus from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland. However, there are services departing from Turangi and arriving at Auckland - Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Auckland?

No, there is no direct train from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland. However, there are services departing from National Park and arriving at Auckland Strand via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland?

The distance between Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Auckland is 363 km. The road distance is 343.2 km.

How do I travel from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs $160 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland bus from?

Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Turangi station.

Where do I catch the Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland train from?

Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from National Park station.

Train or bus from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland?

The best way to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs $160 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland bus arrive?

Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland train arrive?

Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland is 343 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland.

Where can I stay near Auckland?

There are 2332+ hotels available in Auckland.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Auckland by train, bus, car, towncar, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from National Park to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
6h 9m
$164–212
Drive 343.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tongariro Alpine Crossing to Aucklandcar 343.2 km
3h 47m
$104–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Turangi to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
7h 5m
Towncar to Taupo, fly
1. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Taupo Airporttowncar
2. Fly from Taupo (TUO) to Auckland (AKL)plane TUO - AKL
5h 5m
$234–749
Towncar, train
1. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Taumarunuitowncar
2. Take the train from Taumarunui Station to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
7h 50m
$310–375
Towncar to Rotorua, fly
1. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Rotorua Airporttowncar
2. Fly from Rotorua (ROT) to Auckland (AKL)plane ROT - AKL
6h 15m
$369–889

Taupo (TUO) to Auckland (AKL) flights

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Distance: 363.3 km
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Tongariro Alpine Crossing, New Zealand and Auckland, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from National Park to Auckland Strand 3 times a week. Tickets cost $120–160 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Turangi to Auckland - Central twice daily, and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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