What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Ongarue?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Ongarue is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Ongarue?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Ongarue is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $110 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Ongarue?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellington to Ongarue. However, there are services departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Ongarue Turn Off via Whanganui / Wanganui. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Ongarue?

No, there is no direct train from Wellington to Ongarue station. However, there are services departing from Wellington and arriving at Taumarunui Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Wellington to Ongarue?

The distance between Wellington and Ongarue is 418 km. The road distance is 380.1 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Ongarue without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Ongarue without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $200 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Ongarue?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Wellington to Ongarue, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Ongarue bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wellington to Ongarue train from?

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

Train or bus from Wellington to Ongarue?

The best way to get from Wellington to Ongarue is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $200 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Wellington to Ongarue bus arrive?

Wellington to Ongarue bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Whanganui / Wanganui station.

Where does the Wellington to Ongarue train arrive?

Wellington to Ongarue train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Taumarunui Station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Ongarue?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Ongarue is 380 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Wellington to Ongarue.

Where can I stay near Ongarue?

There are 25+ hotels available in Ongarue.

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There are 5 ways to get from Wellington to Ongarue by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wellington to Taumarunui Stationtrain Northern Explorer
6h 33m
$201–246
Drive 380.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Wellington to Ongaruecar 380.1 km
4h 28m
$112–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Ongarue Turn Offbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
8h 7m
Fly to Tauranga Airport, drive
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Tauranga Airport (TRG)plane WLG - TRG
2. Drive from Tauranga-Airport-TRG to Ongaruecar
5h 3m
$128–541
Fly to Hamilton International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)plane WLG - HLZ
2. Take the bus from Kihikihi to Ohura Turn Offbus
6h 51m

Wellington (WLG) to Tauranga Airport (TRG) flights

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 418 km
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Wellington, New Zealand and Ongarue, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Wellington to Taumarunui Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $160–200 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellington - Central to Ongarue via Whanganui / Wanganui and Ongarue Turn Off in around 8h 7m.

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