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

The cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Auckland is to bus which costs $5 - $70 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Auckland is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Taumarunui and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taumarunui and arriving at Auckland - Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Taumarunui and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taumarunui Station station and arriving at Auckland Strand. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Taumarunui to Auckland?

The distance between Taumarunui and Auckland is 279 km. The road distance is 278.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Auckland without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $110 - $140.

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

The train from Taumarunui Station to Auckland Strand takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Auckland bus from?

Taumarunui to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Taumarunui station.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Auckland train from?

Taumarunui to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Taumarunui Station.

Train or bus from Taumarunui to Auckland?

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Auckland is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $110 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $70 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Taumarunui to Auckland bus arrive?

Taumarunui to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Taumarunui to Auckland train arrive?

Taumarunui to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Taumarunui to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Taumarunui to Auckland is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Taumarunui to Auckland.

Where can I stay near Auckland?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Auckland.

Taumarunui to Auckland - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Taumarunui to Auckland by train, bus, or car

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 Taumarunui Station to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
4h 35m
$110–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taumarunui to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
4h 50m
$5–70
Drive 278.5 km
1. Drive from Taumarunui to Aucklandcar 278.5 km
3h 16m
$81–116

Taumarunui to Auckland by train

3Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.8 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Taumarunui Station to Auckland Strand 3 times a week. Tickets cost $110–140 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Taumarunui to Auckland - Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–70 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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