What is the cheapest way to get from Maketu to Napier?

The cheapest way to get from Maketu to Napier is to bus which costs $7 - $75 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maketu to Napier?

The fastest way to get from Maketu to Napier is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Maketu and Napier?

No, there is no direct bus from Maketu to Napier. However, there are services departing from Beach Road - Maketu and arriving at Napier via Te Puke and Taupo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Maketu to Napier?

The distance between Maketu and Napier is 291 km. The road distance is 268 km.

How do I travel from Maketu to Napier without a car?

The best way to get from Maketu to Napier without a car is to bus via Taupō which takes 6h 30m and costs $12 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Maketu to Napier?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Maketu to Napier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maketu to Napier bus from?

Maketu to Napier bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Te Puke station.

Bus or fly from Maketu to Napier?

The best way to get from Maketu to Napier is to bus via Taupō which takes 6h 30m and costs $12 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $190 - $750 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Maketu to Napier bus arrive?

Maketu to Napier bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Taupo station.

Can I drive from Maketu to Napier?

Yes, the driving distance between Maketu to Napier is 268 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Maketu to Napier.

Where can I stay near Napier?

There are 338+ hotels available in Napier.

Maketu to Napier - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Maketu to Napier by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus via Taupō
best
1. Take the bus from Te Puke to TaupoWellington - Central - Tauranga / ...
2. Take the bus from Taupo to NapierAuckland - Central - Hastings / ...
6h 30m
$13–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Te Puke to NapierTauranga - Hastings
6h 54m
$8–74
Drive 268 km
1. Drive from Maketu to Napier268 km
3h 32m
$82–118
Fly
1. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Napier Hastings Airport Heliport (NPE)TRG - NPE
4h 23m
$193–722

Maketu to Napier by bus

6Weekly Buses

6h 30mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.4 km
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Maketu, New Zealand and Napier, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Beach Road - Maketu to Napier via Te Puke - Commerce Lane, Te Puke, and Taupo in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, Air New Zealand flies from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Napier Hastings Airport Heliport (NPE) every 3 hours.

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