What is the cheapest way to get from Waikanae to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Waikanae to Hamilton is to bus which costs $21 - $85 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waikanae to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Waikanae to Hamilton is to train and fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $290 - $1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Waikanae and Hamilton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waikanae and arriving at Hamilton - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Waikanae and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Waikanae station to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Waikanae Station and arriving at Hamilton via Paraparaumu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Waikanae to Hamilton?

The distance between Waikanae and Hamilton is 469 km. The road distance is 461.7 km.

How do I travel from Waikanae to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Waikanae to Hamilton without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $21 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Waikanae to Hamilton?

The bus from Waikanae to Hamilton - Central takes 8h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Waikanae to Hamilton bus from?

Waikanae to Hamilton bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Waikanae station.

Where do I catch the Waikanae to Hamilton train from?

Waikanae to Hamilton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Paraparaumu station.

Train or bus from Waikanae to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Waikanae to Hamilton is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $21 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $340 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Waikanae to Hamilton bus arrive?

Waikanae to Hamilton bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Where does the Waikanae to Hamilton train arrive?

Waikanae to Hamilton train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Hamilton station.

Can I drive from Waikanae to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Waikanae to Hamilton is 462 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Waikanae to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 454+ hotels available in Hamilton.

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There are 10 ways to get from Waikanae to Hamilton by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Waikanae to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
8h 10m
$21–85
Train
1. Take the train from Paraparaumu to Hamiltontrain Northern Explorer
8h 46m
$194–338
Drive 461.7 km
1. Drive from Waikanae to Hamiltoncar 461.7 km
5h 21m
$133–192
Train to Wellington, fly to Hamilton International Airport
1. Take the train from Waikanae Station to Wellington Stationtrain
2. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)plane WLG - HLZ
5h 19m
$298–1,618
Train to Wellington, fly to Tauranga Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Waikanae Station to Wellington Stationtrain
2. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Tauranga Airport (TRG)plane WLG - TRG
3. Drive from Tauranga-Airport-TRG to Hamiltoncar
5h 23m
$117–601
Train to Wellington, fly to Auckland, bus
1. Take the train from Waikanae Station to Wellington Stationtrain
2. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WLG - AKL
3. Take the bus from Auckland International Airport to Hamilton - Centralbus
6h 39m
$125–464
Bus to Palmerston, fly to Auckland, bus
1. Take the bus from Waikanae to Palmerston Northbus
2. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane PMR - AKL
3. Take the bus from Auckland International Airport to Hamilton - Centralbus
6h 51m
Fly Paraparaumu to Auckland, bus
1. Fly from Paraparaumu (PPQ) to Auckland (AKL)plane PPQ - AKL
2. Take the bus from Auckland International Airport to Hamilton - Centralbus
5h 54m
$248–767
Bus to Wanganui Airport, fly to Auckland, bus
1. Take the bus from Waikanae to Whanganui / Wanganuibus
2. Fly from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WAG - AKL
3. Take the bus from Auckland International Airport to Hamilton - Centralbus
7h 48m
$203–387
Train to Wellington, fly to Rotorua, bus
1. Take the train from Waikanae Station to Wellington Stationtrain
2. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Rotorua (ROT)plane WLG - ROT
3. Take the bus from Rotorua to Hamilton - Centralbus
8h 2m
$104–586

Waikanae to Hamilton by bus

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Distance: 469.4 km
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Waikanae, New Zealand and Hamilton, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Waikanae to Hamilton - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $21–85 and the journey takes 8h 10m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Paraparaumu to Hamilton 3 times a week. Tickets cost $190–240 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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