What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Featherston?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Featherston is to bus which costs $27 - $150 and takes 13h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Featherston?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Featherston is to fly and train which takes 5h 34m and costs $95 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Featherston?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland to Featherston. However, there are services departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Featherston - Fitzherbert Street via Palmerston North and Queen Street at Bruce Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Featherston?

No, there is no direct train from Auckland to Featherston station. However, there are services departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Featherston Station via Wellington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Auckland to Featherston?

The distance between Auckland and Featherston is 578 km. The road distance is 634.6 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Featherston without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Featherston without a car is to train which takes 12h 40m and costs $270 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Featherston?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Auckland to Featherston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Featherston bus from?

Auckland to Featherston bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Auckland - Central station.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Featherston train from?

Auckland to Featherston train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Auckland Strand station.

Train or bus from Auckland to Featherston?

The best way to get from Auckland to Featherston is to train which takes 12h 40m and costs $270 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $150 and takes 13h 29m.

Where does the Auckland to Featherston bus arrive?

Auckland to Featherston bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Palmerston North station.

Where does the Auckland to Featherston train arrive?

Auckland to Featherston train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Featherston?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Featherston is 635 km. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Auckland to Featherston.

Where can I stay near Featherston?

There are 216+ hotels available in Featherston.

Auckland to Featherston - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Auckland to Featherston by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly to Wellington, train
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
2. Take the train from Wellington Station to Featherston Stationtrain
5h 34m
$99–341
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Palmerston Northbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Mastertonbus Palmerston North - Masterton
13h 29m
$27–142
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
2. Take the train from Wellington Station to Featherston Stationtrain Wrl
12h 40m
$278–332
Drive 634.6 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Featherstoncar 634.6 km
7h 16m
$191–275
Fly to Paraparaumu, train
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Paraparaumu (PPQ)plane AKL - PPQ
2. Take the train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Wellington Station to Featherston Stationtrain
7h 12m
$231–390
Train, fly to Palmerston, bus, line 200 bus
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston (PMR)plane AKL - PMR
3. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Mastertonbus
4. Take the bus from Masterton - Church Street to Featherston - Fitzherbert Streetbus
8h 9m
$99–501

Auckland to Featherston by train

3Weekly Trains

12h 40mAverage Duration

$278Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Auckland to Featherston.

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Distance: 578.2 km
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Featherston, New Zealand?

You can take a train from Auckland Strand to Featherston Station via Wellington and Wellington Station in around 12h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Auckland - Central to Featherston - Fitzherbert Street via Palmerston North, Masterton, and Queen Street at Bruce Street in around 13h 29m.

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