What is the cheapest way to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves is to bus which costs $5 - $60 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves?

The fastest way to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Raetihi and Waitomo Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves. However, there are services departing from Cr Seddon St/Ward St and arriving at Waitomo Township via Ohakune. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves?

The distance between Raetihi and Waitomo Caves is 190 km. The road distance is 179.6 km.

How do I travel from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $5 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Raetihi to Waitomo Caves bus from?

Raetihi to Waitomo Caves bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Ohakune station.

Train or bus from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves?

The best way to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $5 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $200 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Raetihi to Waitomo Caves bus arrive?

Raetihi to Waitomo Caves bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Waitomo Township station.

Can I drive from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Raetihi to Waitomo Caves is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves.

Where can I stay near Waitomo Caves?

There are 57+ hotels available in Waitomo Caves.

Raetihi to Waitomo Caves - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ohakune to Waitomo Townshipbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
4h 5m
$5–60
Train
1. Take the train from Ohakune to Otorohangatrain Northern Explorer
4h 29m
$129–192
Drive 179.6 km
1. Drive from Raetihi to Waitomo Cavescar 179.6 km
2h 9m
$52–75

Raetihi to Waitomo Caves by bus

1Weekly Buses

4h 5mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Raetihi to Waitomo Caves.

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Distance: 190.2 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Raetihi, New Zealand and Waitomo Caves, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Ohakune to Waitomo Township 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–60 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Ohakune to Otorohanga 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–95 and the journey takes 3h.

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