What is the cheapest way to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui?

The cheapest way to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui is to bus which costs $5 - $70 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui?

The fastest way to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Pukekohe and Taumarunui?

No, there is no direct bus from Pukekohe to Taumarunui. However, there are services departing from 6 Roulston St, Pukekohe and arriving at Taumarunui Hospital, Taumarunui via Transport Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Pukekohe and Taumarunui?

No, there is no direct train from Pukekohe station to Taumarunui station. However, there are services departing from Pukekohe Train Station 3 and arriving at Taumarunui Station via Papakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Pukekohe to Taumarunui?

The distance between Pukekohe and Taumarunui is 267 km. The road distance is 240.5 km.

How do I travel from Pukekohe to Taumarunui without a car?

The best way to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $100 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pukekohe to Taumarunui bus from?

Pukekohe to Taumarunui bus services, operated by Busit, depart from 6 Roulston St, Pukekohe station.

Where do I catch the Pukekohe to Taumarunui train from?

Pukekohe to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Papakura station.

Train or bus from Pukekohe to Taumarunui?

The best way to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $100 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus via Hamilton, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Pukekohe to Taumarunui bus arrive?

Pukekohe to Taumarunui bus services, operated by Busit, arrive at Transport Centre station.

Where does the Pukekohe to Taumarunui train arrive?

Pukekohe to Taumarunui train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Taumarunui Station.

Can I drive from Pukekohe to Taumarunui?

Yes, the driving distance between Pukekohe to Taumarunui is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Pukekohe to Taumarunui.

Where can I stay near Taumarunui?

There are 22+ hotels available in Taumarunui.

Pukekohe to Taumarunui - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui by train, bus, car, plane, or towncar

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 Papakura to Taumarunui StationNorthern Explorer
5h 4m
$104–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manukau City to TaumarunuiAuckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 42m
$5–70
Bus via Hamilton
1. Take the bus from 6 Roulston St, Pukekohe to Transport Centre21
2. Take the bus from Transport Centre to Taumarunui Hospital, Taumarunui25
6h 18m
$43–57
Drive 240.5 km
1. Drive from Pukekohe to Taumarunui240.5 km
2h 50m
$72–104
Fly, towncar
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Taupo (TUO)AKL - TUO
2. Take a town car from Taupo Airport to Tūrangi
3. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Taumarunui
5h 31m
$305–653

Pukekohe to Taumarunui by train

3Weekly Trains

5h 4mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pukekohe to Taumarunui.

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Distance: 266.8 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Pukekohe, New Zealand and Taumarunui, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Papakura to Taumarunui Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $100–130 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 6 Roulston St, Pukekohe to Taumarunui Hospital, Taumarunui via Transport Centre in around 6h 18m.

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