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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Waikato is to bus which costs $22 - $90 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Waikato is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 22m and costs $250 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Waikato?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Hamilton - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Waikato?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington and arriving at Hamilton. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Wellington to Waikato?

The distance between Wellington and Waikato is 486 km. The road distance is 519.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Waikato without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs $210 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Wellington to Waikato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Waikato bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wellington to Waikato train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Waikato?

The best way to get from Wellington to Waikato is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs $210 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $90 and takes 9h 15m, you could also fly, which costs $300 - $1,700 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Wellington to Waikato bus arrive?

Wellington to Waikato bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Where does the Wellington to Waikato train arrive?

Wellington to Waikato train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Hamilton station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Waikato?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Waikato is 519 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Wellington to Waikato.

How do I get a train ticket from Wellington to Waikato?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wellington to Waikato?

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Where can I stay near Waikato?

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Wellington to Waikato - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Wellington to Waikato by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Tauranga Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Tauranga Airport (TRG)plane WLG - TRG
2. Take the taxi from Tauranga-Airport-TRG to Matamatataxi
3h 22m
$253–671
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
9h 15m
$22–90
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington to Hamiltontrain Northern Explorer
8h 30m
$210–260
Drive 519.4 km
1. Drive from Wellington to Hamiltoncar 519.4 km
5h 57m
$153–221
Fly to Hamilton International Airport
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)plane WLG - HLZ
4h 1m
$304–1,619
Fly to Auckland, bus
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WLG - AKL
2. Take the bus from Auckland Domestic Airport to Huntlybus
4h 42m
$103–361
Fly to Rotorua, bus
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Rotorua (ROT)plane WLG - ROT
2. Take the bus from Rotorua Airport to Taupobus
5h 26m

Wellington to Waikato by train

3Weekly Trains

8h 30mAverage Duration

$210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 486.3 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Wellington to Hamilton 3 times a week. Tickets cost $210–260 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Wellington - Central to Hamilton - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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