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

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand is to bus which costs $5 - $110 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand is to fly and train which takes 3h 59m and costs $80 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Auckland Strand?

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 Strand?

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 Strand?

The distance between Wellington and Auckland Strand is 521 km. The road distance is 640.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand 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 Strand?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Strand bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wellington to Auckland Strand train from?

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

Train or bus from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

The best way to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $260 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $110 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Strand bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wellington to Auckland Strand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellington to Auckland Strand?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Auckland Strand is 641 km. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Wellington to Auckland Strand.

Where can I stay near Auckland Strand?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Auckland Strand.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand 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, train
best
1. Fly from Wellington (WLG) to Auckland (AKL)plane WLG - AKL
2. Take the train from Puhinui Train Station 1 to Parnell Train Station 1train
3h 59m
$85–304
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
11h 38m
$5–110
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington to Auckland Strandtrain Northern Explorer
10h 50m
$260–320
Drive 640.7 km
1. Drive from Wellington to Auckland Strandcar 640.7 km
7h 14m
$185–267
Train to Paraparaumu, fly, train
1. Take the train from Wellington Station to Paraparaumu Stationtrain
2. Fly from Paraparaumu (PPQ) to Auckland (AKL)plane PPQ - AKL
3. Take the train from Puhinui Train Station 1 to Parnell Train Station 1train
5h 31m
$213–486
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 27m
$89–572

Wellington to Auckland Strand by train

3Weekly Trains

10h 50mAverage Duration

$260Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wellington to Auckland Strand.

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Distance: 521.3 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

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. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Wellington - Central to Auckland - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $5–110 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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