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The train between Auckland and Kelson takes 11h 25m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Auckland to Kelson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Auckland and Kelson. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 11h 25m.
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No, there is no direct train from Auckland to Kelson. However, there are services departing from Auckland Strand station and arriving at Wellington station via Wellington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.
Auckland to Kelson train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Auckland Strand station.
Auckland to Kelson train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.
The distance between Auckland and Kelson is 482 km. The road distance is 630 km.
KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $240–290 and the journey takes 10h 35m.
