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

The cheapest way to get from Waitara to Ohakune is to bus via Ōtorohanga which costs $10 - $120 and takes 6h 44m.

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 - $100.

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 Waitara and arriving at Ohakune via New Plymouth and Whanganui / Wanganui. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Waitara to Ohakune?

The distance between Waitara and Ohakune is 277 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 25m and costs $15 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m 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 162+ 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 / WanganuiPalmerston North - New Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Whanganui / Wanganui to OhakuneAuckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 25m
$15–152
Bus via Ōtorohanga
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waitara to OtorohangaHamilton - Central - New Plymouth
2. Take the bus from Otorohanga to OhakuneAuckland - Central - Palmerston North
6h 44m
$10–117
Drive 223.6 km
1. Drive from Waitara to Ohakune223.6 km
3h 29m
$67–97

Waitara to Ohakune by bus

2Weekly Buses

6h 25mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Waitara to Ohakune.

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Distance: 277.1 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Waitara to Ohakune via New Plymouth and Whanganui / Wanganui in around 6h 25m.

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