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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Tauranga is to bus which costs $19 - $80 and takes 10h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Tauranga is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $70 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Tauranga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Tauranga. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Wellington to Tauranga?

The distance between Wellington and Tauranga is 430 km. The road distance is 512.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Tauranga without a car is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs $19 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Wellington to Tauranga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Tauranga bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Wellington to Tauranga?

The best way to get from Wellington to Tauranga is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs $70 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $80 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Wellington to Tauranga bus arrive?

Wellington to Tauranga bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Tauranga station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Tauranga?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Tauranga is 513 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Wellington to Tauranga.

Where can I stay near Tauranga?

There are 589+ hotels available in Tauranga.

Wellington to Tauranga - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Tauranga Airport
best
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Tauranga Airport (TRG)plane WLG - TRG
2h 41m
$73–451
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Taurangabus Wellington - Central - Tauranga
10h 45m
$19–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wellington to Hamiltontrain Northern Explorer
2. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Taurangabus Auckland - Central - Tauranga / ...
11h 22m
$235–289
Drive 512.5 km
1. Drive from Wellington to Taurangacar 512.5 km
6h 6m
$151–218
Fly to Rotorua, bus
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Rotorua (ROT)plane WLG - ROT
2. Take the bus from Rotorua Airport to Taurangabus
4h 56m

Wellington to Tauranga by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 45mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wellington to Tauranga.

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Distance: 430.4 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

Air New Zealand flies from Wellington (WLG) to Tauranga Airport (TRG) every 4 hours. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Wellington - Central to Tauranga once daily. Tickets cost $19–80 and the journey takes 10h 45m.

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