What is the cheapest way to get from Matamata to Rotorua?

The cheapest way to get from Matamata to Rotorua is to bus which costs $5 - $50 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matamata to Rotorua?

The fastest way to get from Matamata to Rotorua is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Matamata and Rotorua?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matamata and arriving at Rotorua. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Matamata to Rotorua?

The distance between Matamata and Rotorua is 68 km. The road distance is 67.5 km.

How do I travel from Matamata to Rotorua without a car?

The best way to get from Matamata to Rotorua without a car is to bus which takes 1h 1m and costs $5 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Matamata to Rotorua?

The bus from Matamata to Rotorua takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Matamata to Rotorua bus from?

Matamata to Rotorua bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Matamata station.

Where does the Matamata to Rotorua bus arrive?

Matamata to Rotorua bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Rotorua station.

Can I drive from Matamata to Rotorua?

Yes, the driving distance between Matamata to Rotorua is 67 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Matamata to Rotorua.

Where can I stay near Rotorua?

There are 584+ hotels available in Rotorua.

Matamata to Rotorua - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Matamata to Rotorua by bus, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Matamata to Rotoruabus Auckland - Central - Rotorua
1h 1m
$5–50
Drive 67.5 km
1. Drive from Matamata to Rotoruacar 67.5 km
48 min
$20–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matamata to Rotoruataxi 67.5 km
48 min
$220–270

Matamata to Rotorua by bus

7Weekly Buses

1h 1mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Matamata to Rotorua.

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Distance: 67.8 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Matamata, New Zealand and Rotorua, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Matamata to Rotorua once daily. Tickets cost $5–50 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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