What is the cheapest way to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland is to bus which costs $27 - $120 and takes 12h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland is to train and fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $120 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Lower Hutt and Auckland?

No, there is no direct bus from Lower Hutt to Auckland. However, there are services departing from Waterloo - Cambridge Terrace and arriving at Auckland - Central via Wellington - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Lower Hutt and Auckland?

No, there is no direct train from Lower Hutt station to Auckland. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station and arriving at Auckland Strand via Wellington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Lower Hutt to Auckland?

The distance between Lower Hutt and Auckland is 528 km. The road distance is 632 km.

How do I travel from Lower Hutt to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland without a car is to train which takes 12h 10m and costs $240 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lower Hutt to Auckland bus from?

Lower Hutt to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Where do I catch the Lower Hutt to Auckland train from?

Lower Hutt to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Wellington station.

Train or bus from Lower Hutt to Auckland?

The best way to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland is to train which takes 12h 10m and costs $240 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $120 and takes 12h 31m.

Where does the Lower Hutt to Auckland bus arrive?

Lower Hutt to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Lower Hutt to Auckland train arrive?

Lower Hutt to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Lower Hutt to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Hutt to Auckland is 632 km. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Lower Hutt to Auckland.

Where can I stay near Auckland?

There are 2305+ hotels available in Auckland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Lower Hutt to Auckland by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Wellington, fly
best
1. Take the train from Waterloo Station to Wellington Stationtrain
2. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WLG - AKL
4h 40m
$120–388
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
12h 31m
$27–119
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
12h 10m
$246–298
Drive 632 km
1. Drive from Lower Hutt to Aucklandcar 632 km
7h 11m
$194–280
Train to Paraparaumu, fly
1. Take the train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu Stationtrain
2. Fly from Paraparaumu (PPQ) to Auckland (AKL)plane PPQ - AKL
5h 59m
$239–358

Lower Hutt to Auckland by train

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Distance: 527.7 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Lower Hutt, New Zealand and Auckland, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Wellington to Auckland Strand 3 times a week. Tickets cost $240–290 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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