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

The cheapest way to get from Waitara to Palmerston North is to bus via Whanganui which costs $24 - $55 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Waitara to Palmerston North is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Waitara and Palmerston North?

No, there is no direct bus from Waitara to Palmerston North. However, there are services departing from Queen St and arriving at Palmerston North via New Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Waitara to Palmerston North?

The distance between Waitara and Palmerston North is 201 km. The road distance is 234 km.

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

The best way to get from Waitara to Palmerston North without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $22 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Waitara to Palmerston North, including transfers.

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

Waitara to Palmerston North bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from New Plymouth station.

Bus or fly from Waitara to Palmerston North?

The best way to get from Waitara to Palmerston North is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $55 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Waitara to Palmerston North bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waitara to Palmerston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitara to Palmerston North is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Waitara to Palmerston North.

Where can I stay near Palmerston North?

There are 114+ hotels available in Palmerston North.

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There are 4 ways to get from Waitara to Palmerston North by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Palmerston (PMR)plane NPL - PMR
3h 8m
$138–607
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth to Palmerston Northbus Palmerston North - New Plymouth
5h 55m
$22–55
Drive 234 km
1. Drive from Waitara to Palmerston Northcar 234 km
2h 56m
$69–100
Bus via Whanganui
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Palmerston North - New Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 to 186 Rangitikei Stbus 225
6h
$24–52

Waitara to Palmerston North by bus

5Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.8 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Air New Zealand flies from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Palmerston (PMR) every 4 hours. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from New Plymouth to Palmerston North 5 times a week. Tickets cost $22–55 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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