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

The cheapest way to get from Foxton to Ohakune is to bus which costs $5 - $60 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Foxton to Ohakune is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Foxton and Ohakune?

No, there is no direct bus from Foxton to Ohakune. However, there are services departing from Opp St Marys Catholic Sch Foxton and arriving at Ohakune via Palmerston North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Foxton to Ohakune?

The distance between Foxton and Ohakune is 227 km. The road distance is 174.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Foxton to Ohakune without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $260 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Foxton to Ohakune, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Foxton to Ohakune bus from?

Foxton to Ohakune bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Palmerston North station.

Train or bus from Foxton to Ohakune?

The best way to get from Foxton to Ohakune is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $260 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $60 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Foxton to Ohakune bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Foxton to Ohakune?

Yes, the driving distance between Foxton to Ohakune is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Foxton to Ohakune.

Where can I stay near Ohakune?

There are 168+ hotels available in Ohakune.

Foxton to Ohakune - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Foxton to Ohakune by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Palmerston North to Ohakunetrain Northern Explorer
4h 28m
$269–313
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Ohakunebus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
4h 45m
$5–60
Drive 174.5 km
1. Drive from Foxton to Ohakunecar 174.5 km
2h 2m
$51–73

Foxton to Ohakune by bus

5Weekly Buses

4h 45mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Foxton to Ohakune.

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Distance: 226.8 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Palmerston North to Ohakune 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Palmerston North to Ohakune 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–60 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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