What is the cheapest way to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North?

The cheapest way to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North?

The fastest way to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Waiouru and Palmerston North?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waiouru and arriving at Palmerston North. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Waiouru and Palmerston North?

No, there is no direct train from Waiouru to Palmerston North. However, there are services departing from Ohakune and arriving at Palmerston North via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Waiouru to Palmerston North?

The distance between Waiouru and Palmerston North is 140 km. The road distance is 130.7 km.

How do I travel from Waiouru to Palmerston North without a car?

The best way to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North without a car is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North?

The bus from Waiouru to Palmerston North takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Waiouru to Palmerston North bus from?

Waiouru to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Waiouru station.

Where do I catch the Waiouru to Palmerston North train from?

Waiouru to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Ohakune station.

Train or bus from Waiouru to Palmerston North?

The best way to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $160 and takes 3h.

Where does the Waiouru to Palmerston North bus arrive?

Waiouru to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Where does the Waiouru to Palmerston North train arrive?

Waiouru to Palmerston North train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Can I drive from Waiouru to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Waiouru to Palmerston North is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Waiouru to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 113+ hotels available in Palmerston North.

Waiouru to Palmerston North - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Waiouru to Palmerston North by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waiouru to Palmerston Northbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
2h 19m
Drive 130.7 km
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1. Drive from Waiouru to Palmerston Northcar 130.7 km
1h 32m
$38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Palmerston Northtrain Northern Explorer
3h
$124–152

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Distance: 140 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Waiouru, New Zealand and Palmerston North, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Waiouru to Palmerston North twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Palmerston North 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–100 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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