What is the cheapest way to get from Thames to Matamata?

The cheapest way to get from Thames to Matamata is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thames to Matamata?

The fastest way to get from Thames to Matamata is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Thames and Matamata?

No, there is no direct bus from Thames to Matamata. However, there are services departing from Thames and arriving at Matamata via Tauranga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Thames to Matamata?

The distance between Thames and Matamata is 168 km. The road distance is 86.6 km.

How do I travel from Thames to Matamata without a car?

The best way to get from Thames to Matamata without a car is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs $10 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Thames to Matamata?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Thames to Matamata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thames to Matamata bus from?

Thames to Matamata bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Thames station.

Where does the Thames to Matamata bus arrive?

Thames to Matamata bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Tauranga station.

Can I drive from Thames to Matamata?

Yes, the driving distance between Thames to Matamata is 87 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Thames to Matamata.

Where can I stay near Matamata?

There are 76+ hotels available in Matamata.

Thames to Matamata - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, line 22 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Thames to Matamata by bus, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Thames to Taurangabus Auckland - Central - Tauranga
2. Take the bus from Tauranga to Matamatabus Hamilton - Central - Tauranga
3h 43m
$10–102
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Thames to Paeroabus Auckland - Central - Tauranga
2. Take the taxi from Paeroa to Matamatataxi
1h 11m
$185–263
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Thames to Paeroabus
2. Take the bus from Marshall St, Paeroa to 38 Lorne St, Morrinsvillebus 22
3. Take the bus from 38 Lorne St, Morrinsville to Broadway, Matamatabus 22
3h 56m
$20–64
Drive 86.6 km
1. Drive from Thames to Matamatacar 86.6 km
1h 4m
$26–38

Thames to Matamata by bus

4Weekly Buses

3h 43mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thames to Matamata.

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Distance: 168.4 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Thames, New Zealand and Matamata, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Thames to Matamata via Tauranga in around 3h 43m.

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