What is the cheapest way to get from Waitara to Ohakune?

The cheapest way to get from Waitara to Ohakune is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waitara to Ohakune?

The fastest way to get from Waitara to Ohakune is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Waitara and Ohakune?

No, there is no direct bus from Waitara to Ohakune. However, there are services departing from Queen Street, Waitara and arriving at Ohakune via New Plymouth and Whanganui / Wanganui. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Waitara to Ohakune?

The distance between Waitara and Ohakune is 280 km. The road distance is 223.6 km.

How do I travel from Waitara to Ohakune without a car?

The best way to get from Waitara to Ohakune without a car is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Waitara to Ohakune?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Waitara to Ohakune, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waitara to Ohakune bus from?

Waitara to Ohakune bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from New Plymouth station.

Where does the Waitara to Ohakune bus arrive?

Waitara to Ohakune bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Whanganui / Wanganui station.

Can I drive from Waitara to Ohakune?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitara to Ohakune is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Waitara to Ohakune.

Where can I stay near Ohakune?

There are 159+ hotels available in Ohakune.

Waitara to Ohakune - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Waitara to Ohakune by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from New Plymouth to Whanganui / Wanganuibus Palmerston North - New Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to Ohakunebus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 43m
Drive 223.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Waitara to Ohakunecar 223.6 km
3h 29m
$66–95
Bus via Ōtorohanga
1. Take the bus from Waitara to Otorohangabus Hamilton - Central - New Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Otorohanga to Ohakunebus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Waitara to Ohakune.

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Distance: 280 km
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Waitara, Taranaki, New Zealand and Ohakune, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Queen Street, Waitara to Ohakune via Bay C - Ariki Street, New Plymouth, and Whanganui / Wanganui in around 6h 43m.

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