What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo is to bus which costs $8 - $60 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Hamilton Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo. However, there are services departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at 20 Lloyd Dr, Hamilton via Opp 91 Bryce St, Hamilton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo?

The distance between Auckland and Hamilton Zoo is 135 km. The road distance is 120.5 km.

How do I travel from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $8 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Hamilton Zoo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo?

The best way to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $8 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $40 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Auckland to Hamilton Zoo bus arrive?

Auckland to Hamilton Zoo bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Hamilton Zoo is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo.

Where can I stay near Hamilton Zoo?

There are 428+ hotels available in Hamilton Zoo.

Auckland to Hamilton Zoo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo 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 Hamilton - CentralAuckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
2h 49m
$8–58
Train
1. Take the train from Strand to Hamilton RotokauriTe_Huia
3h 8m
$22–38
Drive 120.5 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Hamilton Zoo120.5 km
1h 20m
$36–52

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Distance: 135 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Hamilton Zoo, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Hamilton - Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost $5–55 and the journey takes 1h 49m. InterCity Link also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Busit operates a train from Strand to Hamilton Rotokauri twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 16m. Te Huia also services this route twice daily.

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