What is the cheapest way to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune?

The cheapest way to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune is to bus which costs $18 - $130 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune?

The fastest way to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $75 - $120.

How far is it from Upper Hutt to Ohakune?

The distance between Upper Hutt and Ohakune is 346 km. The road distance is 269.2 km.

How do I travel from Upper Hutt to Ohakune without a car?

The best way to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $170 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune, including transfers.

Train or bus from Upper Hutt to Ohakune?

The best way to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $170 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $130 and takes 7h 50m.

Can I drive from Upper Hutt to Ohakune?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper Hutt to Ohakune is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Upper Hutt to Ohakune.

Where can I stay near Ohakune?

There are 165+ hotels available in Ohakune.

Upper Hutt to Ohakune - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Upper Hutt to Ohakune 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 Wellington to Ohakunetrain Northern Explorer
6h 33m
$178–226
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Whanganui / Wanganui - Wellington Airport
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Ohakunebus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
7h 50m
$18–126
Drive 269.2 km
1. Drive from Upper Hutt to Ohakunecar 269.2 km
3h 29m
$77–111

Upper Hutt to Ohakune by train and bus

5Weekly Services

7h 50mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346 km
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Upper Hutt, New Zealand and Ohakune, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Wellington to Ohakune 3 times a week. Tickets cost $130–160 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Trentham Station to Ohakune via Wellington Station, Wellington - Central, and Whanganui / Wanganui in around 7h 50m.

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