What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington Station to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington Station to Auckland is to bus which costs $22 - $90 and takes 11h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington Station to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Wellington Station to Auckland is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $100 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington Station and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Auckland - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington Station and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington and arriving at Auckland Strand. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Wellington Station to Auckland?

The distance between Wellington Station and Auckland is 512 km. The road distance is 639.3 km.

How do I travel from Wellington Station to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington Station to Auckland without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $260 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Wellington Station to Auckland?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Wellington Station to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington Station to Auckland bus from?

Wellington Station to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Where do I catch the Wellington Station to Auckland train from?

Wellington Station to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Wellington station.

Train, bus or fly from Wellington Station to Auckland?

The best way to get from Wellington Station to Auckland is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $100 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $260 - $320 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $22 - $90 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Wellington Station to Auckland bus arrive?

Wellington Station to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Wellington Station to Auckland train arrive?

Wellington Station to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Wellington Station to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington Station to Auckland is 639 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Wellington Station to Auckland.

How do I get a train ticket from Wellington Station to Auckland?

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Wellington Station to Auckland - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Wellington Station to Auckland by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Wellington
best
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WLG - AKL
4h 14m
$103–357
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
11h 15m
$22–90
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
10h 50m
$260–320
Drive 639.3 km
1. Drive from Wellington Station to Aucklandcar 639.3 km
7h 12m
$188–272
Train to Paraparaumu, fly
1. Take the train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu Stationtrain
2. Fly from Paraparaumu (PPQ) to Auckland (AKL)plane PPQ - AKL
5h 22m
$247–758
Bus to Palmerston, fly
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Palmerston Northbus
2. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane PMR - AKL
6h 22m
$447–963
Bus to Wanganui Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Whanganui / Wanganuibus
2. Fly from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WAG - AKL
7h 18m
$194–378

Wellington Station to Auckland by train

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Distance: 512.4 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Wellington Station, New Zealand and Auckland, New Zealand?

Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL) hourly. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Wellington to Auckland Strand 3 times a week. Tickets cost $260–320 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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