What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland is to bus which costs $5 - $110 and takes 11h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs $75 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Auckland - Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Auckland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington and arriving at Auckland Strand. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Wellington to Auckland?

The distance between Wellington and Auckland is 508 km. The road distance is 640.4 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Auckland without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $260 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Auckland?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Wellington to Auckland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland bus from?

Wellington to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland train from?

Wellington to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Wellington station.

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Auckland?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland is to fly which takes 3h 51m and costs $75 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $260 - $320 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $5 - $110 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland bus arrive?

Wellington to Auckland bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Auckland - Central station.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland train arrive?

Wellington to Auckland train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Auckland Strand station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Auckland is 640 km. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Wellington to Auckland.

Where can I stay near Auckland?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Auckland.

Wellington to Auckland - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Wellington to Auckland by plane, 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.

Fly from Wellington
best
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WLG - AKL
3h 51m
$77–335
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
11h 15m
$5–110
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
10h 50m
$260–320
Drive 640.4 km
1. Drive from Wellington to Aucklandcar 640.4 km
7h 14m
$186–268
Train to Paraparaumu, fly
1. Take the train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu Stationtrain
2. Fly from Paraparaumu (PPQ) to Auckland (AKL)plane PPQ - AKL
5h 22m
$205–557
Bus to Palmerston, fly
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Palmerston Northbus
2. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane PMR - AKL
6h 18m
$81–593

Wellington to Auckland by train

3Weekly Trains

10h 50mAverage Duration

$260Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wellington to Auckland.

Launch map view

Distance: 508.4 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Wellington, New Zealand and Auckland, New Zealand?

Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL) hourly. Alternatively, KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Wellington to Auckland Strand 3 times a week. Tickets cost $260–320 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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