What is the cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier?

The cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier is to bus which costs $10 - $120 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier?

The fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $85 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Waitomo Caves and Napier?

No, there is no direct bus from Waitomo Caves to Napier. However, there are services departing from Waitomo Township and arriving at Napier via Hamilton - Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Waitomo Caves to Napier?

The distance between Waitomo Caves and Napier is 365 km. The road distance is 289.6 km.

How do I travel from Waitomo Caves to Napier without a car?

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier without a car is to bus which takes 7h 10m and costs $10 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waitomo Caves to Napier bus from?

Waitomo Caves to Napier bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Waitomo Township station.

Where does the Waitomo Caves to Napier bus arrive?

Waitomo Caves to Napier bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Hamilton - Central station.

Can I drive from Waitomo Caves to Napier?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitomo Caves to Napier is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Waitomo Caves to Napier.

Where can I stay near Napier?

There are 348+ hotels available in Napier.

Waitomo Caves to Napier - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier by bus, car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Hamilton - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
2. Take the bus from Hamilton - Central to Napierbus Auckland - Central - Hastings
7h 10m
$10–117
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Waitomo Caves to Taupocar
2. Take the bus from Taupo to Napierbus Auckland - Central - Hastings / ...
3h 51m
$50–120
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Manukau Citybus
2. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Napier Hastings Airport Heliport (NPE)plane AKL - NPE
5h 40m
$71–543
Drive 289.6 km
1. Drive from Waitomo Caves to Napiercar 289.6 km
3h 48m
$87–126

Waitomo Caves to Napier by bus

5Weekly Buses

7h 10mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Waitomo Caves to Napier.

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Distance: 365.4 km
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Waitomo Caves, New Zealand and Napier, New Zealand?

You can take a bus from Waitomo Township to Napier via Hamilton - Central in around 7h 10m.

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