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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Waitara is to bus which costs $10 - $120 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Waitara is to train and fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $100 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Waitara?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland to Waitara. However, there are services departing from Auckland - Central and arriving at Waitara via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Auckland to Waitara?

The distance between Auckland and Waitara is 270 km. The road distance is 342.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Waitara without a car is to bus which takes 6h 38m and costs $10 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Auckland to Waitara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Waitara bus from?

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

Where does the Auckland to Waitara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Auckland to Waitara?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Waitara is 342 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Auckland to Waitara.

Where can I stay near Waitara?

There are 210+ hotels available in Waitara.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Auckland to Waitara by train, plane, 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.

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 1 to Puhinui Train Station 2train
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to New Plymouth Airport (NPL)plane AKL - NPL
2h 54m
$109–492
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitarabus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
6h 38m
$10–118
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Auckland Strand to Otorohangatrain Northern Explorer
2. Take the bus from Otorohanga to Waitarabus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
6h 49m
$88–158
Drive 342.3 km
1. Drive from Auckland to Waitaracar 342.3 km
4h 1m
$103–149

Auckland to Waitara by bus

2Weekly Buses

6h 38mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Auckland to Waitara.

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Distance: 269.7 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Waitara, Taranaki, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Auckland - Central to Waitara via Hamilton - Central in around 6h 38m.

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