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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Ohakune is to bus which costs $5 - $80 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Ohakune is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Ohakune?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Ohakune. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Auckland to Ohakune?

The distance between Auckland and Ohakune is 361 km. The road distance is 355.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Ohakune without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $180 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Auckland to Ohakune, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Ohakune bus from?

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

Train or bus from Auckland to Ohakune?

The best way to get from Auckland to Ohakune is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $180 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $80 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Auckland to Ohakune bus arrive?

Auckland to Ohakune bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Ohakune station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Ohakune?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Ohakune is 355 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Auckland to Ohakune.

Where can I stay near Ohakune?

There are 166+ hotels available in Ohakune.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Auckland to Ohakune by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Ohakunetrain Northern Explorer
5h 58m
$188–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Ohakunebus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 40m
$5–80
Drive 355.4 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Ohakunecar 355.4 km
4h 8m
$107–154
Fly to Wanganui Airport, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wanganui Airport (WAG)plane AKL - WAG
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Ohakunebus
5h 29m
$182–345
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Taumarunui Stationtrain Northern Explorer
2. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Ohakunebus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 35m
$124–190
Fly to Palmerston, bus
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Palmerston (PMR)plane AKL - PMR
2. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Ohakunebus
7h 54m
$82–525

Auckland to Ohakune by bus

5Weekly Buses

6h 40mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Auckland to Ohakune.

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Distance: 360.9 km
Duration: 5h 58m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Ohakune 3 times a week. Tickets cost $140–180 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Ohakune 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–80 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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