What is the cheapest way to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The cheapest way to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The fastest way to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Auckland Airport (AKL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL). However, there are services departing from Waitomo Township and arriving at Stop A International Airport via Bay 8 Manukau Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Auckland Airport (AKL)?

No, there is no direct train from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) station. However, there are services departing from Otorohanga and arriving at Puhinui Train Station 1 via Papakura Train Station 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The distance between Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Auckland Airport (AKL) is 296 km. The road distance is 177.4 km.

Where do I catch the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus from?

Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Waitomo Township station.

Where do I catch the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) train from?

Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Otorohanga station.

Train or bus from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

The best way to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $160 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus arrive?

Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Manukau City station.

Where does the Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) train arrive?

Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Papakura station.

Can I drive from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL).

How do I get a bus ticket from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

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Where can I stay near Auckland Airport (AKL)?

There are 2060+ hotels available in Auckland Airport (AKL).

Can I share a ride from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Auckland Airport (AKL). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)

Q: How long does it take to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL), including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL) by car, plane, train, bus, or rideshare

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Tauranga-Airport-TRGcar
2. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Auckland (AKL)plane TRG - AKL
2h 37m
$98–493
Drive 177.4 km
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1. Drive from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland Airport (AKL)car 177.4 km
2h 12m
$51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Otorohanga to Papakuratrain Northern Explorer
3h 12m
$168–203
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Manukau Citybus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
3h 36m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Waitomo Glowworm Caves to Auckland-AKLrideshare 177.4 km
2h 12m
Bus, fly to Tauranga Airport, fly to Claris Airport, fly to Auckland Airport
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Manukau Citybus
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Tauranga Airport (TRG)plane AKL - TRG
3. Fly from Tauranga Airport to Claris Airportplane
4. Fly from Claris Airport to Auckland Airportplane
8h 46m

Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Auckland (AKL) flights

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Distance: 295.9 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Waitomo Glowworm Caves, New Zealand and Auckland Airport (AKL), New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Otorohanga to Papakura 3 times a week. Tickets cost $70–85 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Waitomo Township to Manukau City 5 times a week, and the journey takes 3h.

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