What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Upper Hutt?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington Station - Platform 10 station and arriving at Trentham Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Upper Hutt?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington Station station and arriving at Trentham Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Wellington to Upper Hutt?

The distance between Wellington and Upper Hutt is 29 km. The road distance is 31.6 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Upper Hutt without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt?

The train from Wellington Station to Trentham Station takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Upper Hutt bus from?

Wellington to Upper Hutt bus services, operated by Metlink, depart from Wellington Station - Platform 10.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Upper Hutt train from?

Wellington to Upper Hutt train services, operated by Metlink, depart from Wellington Station.

Train or bus from Wellington to Upper Hutt?

The best way to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt is to train which takes 40 min and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $60 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Wellington to Upper Hutt bus arrive?

Wellington to Upper Hutt bus services, operated by Metlink, arrive at Trentham Station.

Where does the Wellington to Upper Hutt train arrive?

Wellington to Upper Hutt train services, operated by Metlink, arrive at Trentham Station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Upper Hutt?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Upper Hutt is 32 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Wellington to Upper Hutt.

Where can I stay near Upper Hutt?

There are 205+ hotels available in Upper Hutt.

Wellington to Upper Hutt - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Wellington to Upper Hutt by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Wellington Station to Trentham Stationtrain Hvl
40 min
$8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellington Station - Platform 10 to Trentham Stationbus Hvh
48 min
$10–60
Drive 31.6 km
1. Drive from Wellington to Upper Huttcar 31.6 km
25 min
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wellington to Upper Hutttaxi 31.6 km
25 min
$100–130

Wellington to Upper Hutt by train

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Distance: 29.2 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Wellington, New Zealand and Upper Hutt, New Zealand?

Metlink operates a train from Wellington Station to Trentham Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Metlink operates a bus from Wellington Station - Platform 10 to Trentham Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $10–60 and the journey takes 48 min.

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