| Duration | 7h 14m |
| Distance | 336.3 km |
| Average price | $52 |
| Frequency | Weekly |
Trip overview
The bus between Auckland and Ruatāhuna takes 7h 14m. The bus runs, on average, once a week from Auckland to Ruatāhuna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Auckland to Ruatāhuna bus times
Buses run once a week between Auckland and Ruatāhuna.
The service departs Auckland at 08:30 in the morning, which arrives into Ruatāhuna at 15:44.
All services require a transfer at Rotorua and take an average of 7h 14m.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Friday, November 7, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from Auckland to Ruatāhuna? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Ruatāhuna?
No, there is no direct bus from Auckland to Ruatāhuna. However, there are services departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Ruatahuna via Rotorua I-Site. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.
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How far is it from Auckland to Ruatāhuna?
The distance between Auckland and Ruatāhuna is 372 km. The road distance is 336.3 km.
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Where do I catch the Auckland to Ruatāhuna bus from?
Auckland to Ruatāhuna bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.
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Where does the Auckland to Ruatāhuna bus arrive?
Auckland to Ruatāhuna bus services, operated by Baybus, arrive at Ruatahuna station.
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