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

The cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $55 - $80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City. However, there are services departing from Waitomo Township and arriving at Horoeka Avenue via Aotea Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City station. However, there are services departing from Otorohanga and arriving at Kingsland Train Station 2 via Papakura Train Station 3 and Newmarket Train Station 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City?

The distance between Waitomo Caves and Auckland City is 201 km. The road distance is 189.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $170 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City?

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $170 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Waitomo Caves to Auckland City bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waitomo Caves to Auckland City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitomo Caves to Auckland City is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City.

Where can I stay near Auckland City?

There are 2245+ hotels available in Auckland City.

Waitomo Caves to Auckland City - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Waitomo Caves to Auckland City by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Otorohanga to Papakuratrain Northern Explorer
2. Take the train from Papakura Train Station 3 to Newmarket Train Station 2train Sth
3h 44m
$177–215
Drive 189.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Waitomo Caves to Auckland Citycar 189.2 km
2h 22m
$56–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
3h 46m
Bus via Waitomo Glowworm Caves
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Auckland - Central
7h 21m
$102–140

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Distance: 201.2 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Waitomo Caves to Kingsland Train Station 2 via Otorohanga, Papakura Train Station 3, and Newmarket Train Station 1 in around 3h 44m. 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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