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Trip Overview

The train between Pukekohe and Wellington takes 10h 14m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Pukekohe to Wellington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 14m
Duration
661 km
Distance
$265
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Pukekohe to Wellington train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Pukekohe and Wellington. The service departs Pukekohe at 8:06 AM in the morning, which arrives into Wellington at 18:20:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Auckland Transport - AT MetroKiwiRail - Northern Explorer10h 14m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Auckland Transport - AT MetroKiwiRail - Northern Explorer10h 14m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Auckland Transport - AT MetroKiwiRail - Northern Explorer10h 14m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pukekohe to Wellington? 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.

Map of how to get from Pukekohe to Wellington.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 660.6 km
  • Duration: 10h 14m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Papakura to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $230–280 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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