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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Kelson is to bus which costs $28 - $100 and takes 11h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Kelson is to train and fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $120 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Kelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland to Kelson. However, there are services departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Wellington - Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Kelson?

No, there is no direct train from Auckland to Kelson station. However, there are services departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Wingate Station via Wellington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

How far is it from Auckland to Kelson?

The distance between Auckland and Kelson is 542 km. The road distance is 630.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Kelson without a car is to train which takes 11h 22m and costs $250 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Auckland to Kelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Kelson bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Kelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Auckland to Kelson?

The best way to get from Auckland to Kelson is to train which takes 11h 22m and costs $250 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $100 and takes 11h 57m.

Where does the Auckland to Kelson bus arrive?

Auckland to Kelson bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Where does the Auckland to Kelson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Kelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Kelson is 630 km. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Auckland to Kelson.

Where can I stay near Kelson?

There are 548+ hotels available in Kelson.

Auckland to Kelson - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Auckland to Kelson by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, fly to Wellington
best
1. Take the train from Te Waihorotiu Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
3. Take the train from Wellington Station to Wingate Stationtrain
4h 18m
$124–394
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
11h 57m
$28–96
Train
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
11h 22m
$252–299
Drive 630.2 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Kelsoncar 630.2 km
7h 8m
$193–279
Train, fly to Paraparaumu
1. Take the train from Te Waihorotiu Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Paraparaumu (PPQ)plane AKL - PPQ
3. Take the train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Wellington Station to Wingate Stationtrain
5h 53m
$184–343

Auckland to Kelson by train

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11h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 541.5 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $240–290 and the journey takes 10h 40m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Wellington - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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