What is the cheapest way to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves?

The fastest way to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $65 - $100.

How far is it from Hahei to Waitomo Caves?

The distance between Hahei and Waitomo Caves is 314 km. The road distance is 227 km.

How do I travel from Hahei to Waitomo Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 6h 11m and costs $430 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves, including transfers.

Can I drive from Hahei to Waitomo Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Hahei to Waitomo Caves is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Hahei to Waitomo Caves.

Where can I stay near Waitomo Caves?

There are 55+ hotels available in Waitomo Caves.

Hahei to Waitomo Caves - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves by car, train, taxi, bus, or shuttle

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

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Hahei to Papakura
2. Take the train from Papakura to OtorohangaNorthern Explorer
5h 12m
$118–192
Shuttle, bus
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Hahei to Manukau
2. Take the bus from Manukau City to Waitomo TownshipAuckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 44m
$62–138
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Hahei to Thames
2. Take the bus from Marshall St, Paeroa to Transport Centre22
3. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Waitomo Township
6h 11m
$434–598
Drive 227 km
1. Drive from Hahei to Waitomo Caves227 km
2h 50m
$67–97
Taxi, bus via Auckland
1. Take the taxi from Hahei to Thames
2. Take the bus from Thames to Auckland - Central
3. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
6h 30m
$491–651

Hahei to Waitomo Caves by shuttle, foot, and bus

5Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hahei to Waitomo Caves.

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Distance: 314.2 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Hahei, New Zealand and Waitomo Caves, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Hahei to Waitomo Caves. However, you can drive to Papakura, take the train to Otorohanga, walk to Otorohanga, then take the bus to Waitomo Township. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Thames, take the bus to Paeroa, take the bus to Transport Centre, walk to Hamilton - Central, then take the bus to Waitomo Township.

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