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How to get fromWaiouru to Waitomo Cavesby train, bus, towncar, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Waiouru to Waitomo Caves by train, bus, towncar, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Ohakune to Otorohangatrain train Northern Explorer
    4h 35m
    $119–142

  2. Drive  207.7 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Waiouru to Waitomo Cavescar car 207.7 km
    2h 29m
    $64–92

  3. Bus, towncar

    1. Take the bus from Waiouru to Turangibus bus
    2. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Taumarunuitowncar towncar
    3. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Waitomo Townshipbus bus
    4h 39m

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  • Distance: 219.7 km
  • Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Waiouru, New Zealand and Waitomo Caves, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Otorohanga 3 times a week. Tickets cost $75–90 and the journey takes 3h.

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