What is the cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Waitomo Caves Hotel and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waitomo Township and arriving at Auckland - Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Waitomo Caves Hotel and Auckland?

No, there is no direct train from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland. However, there are services departing from Otorohanga and arriving at Auckland Strand via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland?

The distance between Waitomo Caves Hotel and Auckland is 199 km. The road distance is 188.7 km.

How do I travel from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs $170 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland bus from?

Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Waitomo Township station.

Where do I catch the Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland train from?

Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Otorohanga station.

Train or bus from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland?

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs $170 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland bus arrive?

Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland train arrive?

Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Auckland by train, bus, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Otorohanga to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
3h 13m
$172–209
Drive 188.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Aucklandcar 188.7 km
2h 18m
$56–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
3h 32m
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Waitomo Caves Hotel to Tauranga-Airport-TRGcar
2. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Auckland (AKL)plane TRG - AKL
4h 8m
$103–498
Bus via Waitomo Glowworm Caves
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Auckland - Central
7h 12m
$95–140

Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Auckland (AKL) flights

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Distance: 198.8 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Otorohanga to Auckland Strand 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–100 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Waitomo Township to Auckland - Central 5 times a week, and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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