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How to get fromWaitomo Caves to Pirongiaby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Waitomo Caves to Pirongia by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Te Awamutubus bus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
    2. Take the taxi from Te Awamutu to Pirongiataxi taxi
    50 min

  2. Drive 41.5 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Waitomo Caves to Pirongiacar car 41.5 km
    38 min
    $13–18

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Waitomo Caves to Pirongiataxi taxi 41.5 km
    38 min
    $230–280

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  • Distance: 57.3 km
  • Duration: 50 min

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

There is no direct connection from Waitomo Caves to Pirongia. However, you can take the bus to Te Awamutu then take the taxi to Pirongia. Alternatively, you can drive from Waitomo Caves to Pirongia in around 38 min.

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