What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End is to bus which costs $29 - $90 and takes 10h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End is to fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $100 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Rainbow's End?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Manukau City. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Rainbow's End?

No, there is no direct train from Wellington to Rainbow's End. However, there are services departing from Wellington and arriving at Papakura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

How far is it from Wellington to Rainbow's End?

The distance between Wellington and Rainbow's End is 500 km. The road distance is 619.9 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Rainbow's End without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End without a car is to train which takes 10h 48m and costs $250 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Rainbow's End bus from?

Wellington to Rainbow's End bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Rainbow's End train from?

Wellington to Rainbow's End train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Wellington station.

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Rainbow's End?

The best way to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End is to fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $100 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $250 - $310 and takes 10h 48m, you could also bus, which costs $29 - $90 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Wellington to Rainbow's End bus arrive?

Wellington to Rainbow's End bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Manukau City station.

Where does the Wellington to Rainbow's End train arrive?

Wellington to Rainbow's End train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Papakura station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Rainbow's End?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Rainbow's End is 620 km. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Wellington to Rainbow's End.

How do I get a bus ticket from Wellington to Rainbow's End?

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Where can I stay near Rainbow's End?

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Wellington to Rainbow's End - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Wellington to Rainbow's End 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
3h 10m
$100–358
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Manukau Citybus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
10h 49m
$29–90
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington to Papakuratrain Northern Explorer
10h 48m
$258–307
Drive 619.9 km
1. Drive from Wellington to Rainbow's Endcar 619.9 km
6h 57m
$182–262
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
4h 36m
$245–761
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
5h 36m
$445–966

Wellington to Rainbow's End by train, bus, and foot

3Weekly Services

10h 48mAverage Duration

$258Cheapest Price

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Distance: 500.2 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Wellington, New Zealand and Rainbow's End, 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 Papakura 3 times a week. Tickets cost $250–310 and the journey takes 10h.

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