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

The cheapest way to get from Ohakune to Papakura is to bus which costs $5 - $75 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ohakune to Papakura is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Ohakune and Papakura?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ohakune and arriving at Papakura. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Ohakune to Papakura?

The distance between Ohakune and Papakura is 331 km. The road distance is 325.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ohakune to Papakura without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $170 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Ohakune to Papakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohakune to Papakura bus from?

Ohakune to Papakura bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Ohakune station.

Train or bus from Ohakune to Papakura?

The best way to get from Ohakune to Papakura is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $170 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $75 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Ohakune to Papakura bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ohakune to Papakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohakune to Papakura is 325 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Ohakune to Papakura.

Where can I stay near Papakura?

There are 96+ hotels available in Papakura.

Ohakune to Papakura - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ohakune to Papakura by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Papakuratrain Northern Explorer
5h 13m
$174–222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ohakune to Papakurabus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
5h 49m
$5–75
Drive 325.4 km
1. Drive from Ohakune to Papakuracar 325.4 km
3h 49m
$93–134
Bus to Wanganui Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ohakune to Whanganui / Wanganuibus
2. Fly from Wanganui Airport (WAG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WAG - AKL
4h 53m
$182–336
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ohakune to Taumarunuibus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
2. Take the train from Taumarunui Station to Papakuratrain Northern Explorer
5h 45m
$105–178
Bus to Palmerston, fly
1. Take the bus from Ohakune to Palmerston Northbus
2. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane PMR - AKL
7h 8m
$88–566

Ohakune to Papakura by bus

5Weekly Buses

5h 49mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ohakune to Papakura.

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Distance: 330.6 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Ohakune, New Zealand and Papakura, Auckland, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Papakura 3 times a week. Tickets cost $130–170 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Ohakune to Papakura 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–75 and the journey takes 5h 49m.

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