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

The cheapest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune is to bus which costs $5 - $60 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Waitomo Caves and Ohakune?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waitomo Township and arriving at Ohakune. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune?

The distance between Waitomo Caves and Ohakune is 181 km. The road distance is 180.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $5 - $60.

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

The bus from Waitomo Township to Ohakune takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs five times a week.

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

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

Train or bus from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune?

The best way to get from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $5 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $220 - $270 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Waitomo Caves to Ohakune bus arrive?

Waitomo Caves to Ohakune bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Ohakune station.

Can I drive from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune?

Yes, the driving distance between Waitomo Caves to Ohakune is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune.

Where can I stay near Ohakune?

There are 167+ hotels available in Ohakune.

Waitomo Caves to Ohakune - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Waitomo Caves to Ohakune by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waitomo Township to Ohakunebus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
2h 55m
$5–60
Train
1. Take the train from Otorohanga to Ohakunetrain Northern Explorer
3h 15m
$220–268
Drive 180.5 km
1. Drive from Waitomo Caves to Ohakunecar 180.5 km
2h 10m
$53–76

Waitomo Caves to Ohakune by bus

5Weekly Buses

2h 55mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.6 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

InterCity operates a bus from Waitomo Township to Ohakune 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5–60 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Otorohanga to Ohakune 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–95 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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