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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui is to bus which costs $5 - $70 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Taumarunui?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Taumarunui. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland and Taumarunui?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Auckland Strand and arriving at Taumarunui Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Auckland to Taumarunui?

The distance between Auckland and Taumarunui is 279 km. The road distance is 278.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $110 - $140.

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

The train from Auckland Strand to Taumarunui Station takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Taumarunui bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Auckland to Taumarunui train from?

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

Train or bus from Auckland to Taumarunui?

The best way to get from Auckland to Taumarunui is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $110 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $70 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Auckland to Taumarunui bus arrive?

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

Where does the Auckland to Taumarunui train arrive?

Auckland to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Taumarunui Station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Taumarunui?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Taumarunui is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Auckland to Taumarunui.

Where can I stay near Taumarunui?

There are 22+ hotels available in Taumarunui.

Auckland to Taumarunui - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Auckland to Taumarunui by train, bus, car, plane, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Taumarunui Stationtrain Northern Explorer
4h 35m
$110–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Taumarunuibus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
5h 5m
$5–70
Drive 278.5 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Taumarunuicar 278.5 km
3h 16m
$80–116
Fly, towncar
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Taupo (TUO)plane AKL - TUO
2. Take a town car from Taupo Airport to Tūrangitowncar
3. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Taumarunuitowncar
5h 25m
$299–662

Auckland to Taumarunui by train

3Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.8 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Taumarunui Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $110–140 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Auckland - Central to Taumarunui 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–70 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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