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

The cheapest way to get from Taumarunui to Papakura is to bus which costs $5 - $70 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taumarunui to Papakura is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Taumarunui and Papakura?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taumarunui and arriving at Papakura. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Taumarunui and Papakura?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Taumarunui Station station and arriving at Papakura. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Taumarunui to Papakura?

The distance between Taumarunui and Papakura is 249 km. The road distance is 248.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Papakura without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $100 - $130.

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

The train from Taumarunui Station to Papakura takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Papakura bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Taumarunui to Papakura train from?

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

Train or bus from Taumarunui to Papakura?

The best way to get from Taumarunui to Papakura is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $100 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $70 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Taumarunui to Papakura bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taumarunui to Papakura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taumarunui to Papakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Taumarunui to Papakura is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Taumarunui to Papakura.

Where can I stay near Papakura?

There are 103+ hotels available in Papakura.

Taumarunui to Papakura - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and towncar

There are 4 ways to get from Taumarunui to Papakura by train, bus, car, towncar, 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 Taumarunui Station to PapakuraNorthern Explorer
3h 45m
$100–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taumarunui to PapakuraAuckland - Central - Palmerston North
4h 14m
$5–70
Drive 248.5 km
1. Drive from Taumarunui to Papakura248.5 km
2h 56m
$76–109
Towncar, fly
1. Take a town car from Taumarunui to Tūrangi
2. Take a town car from Tūrangi to Taupo Airport
3. Fly from Taupo (TUO) to Auckland (AKL)TUO - AKL
5h 20m
$314–803

Taumarunui to Papakura by train

3Weekly Trains

3h 45mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.6 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Taumarunui Station to Papakura 3 times a week. Tickets cost $100–130 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Taumarunui to Papakura 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–70 and the journey takes 4h 14m.

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