What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave is to bus via Waitomo Township which costs $27 - $90 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $55 - $80.

How far is it from Auckland to Aranui Cave?

The distance between Auckland and Aranui Cave is 192 km. The road distance is 191.8 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Aranui Cave without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave without a car is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs $95 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave, including transfers.

Train or bus from Auckland to Aranui Cave?

The best way to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs $95 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $230 and takes 3h 16m.

Can I drive from Auckland to Aranui Cave?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Aranui Cave is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Auckland to Aranui Cave.

Where can I stay near Aranui Cave?

There are 55+ hotels available in Aranui Cave.

Auckland to Aranui Cave - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Waitomo Glowworm Cavesbus Auckland - Central - Auckland - Central
2h 48m
$98–130
Bus via Waitomo Township
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Waitomo Townshipbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
3h 44m
$27–87
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Otorohangatrain Northern Explorer
3h 16m
$183–228
Drive 191.8 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Aranui Cavecar 191.8 km
2h 21m
$55–80

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Auckland to Aranui Cave.

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Distance: 191.8 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Aranui Cave, New Zealand?

GreatSights operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Waitomo Glowworm Caves once daily. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Otorohanga 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–100 and the journey takes 3h.

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