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

The cheapest way to get from Whanganui to Waitara is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whanganui to Waitara?

The fastest way to get from Whanganui to Waitara is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Whanganui and Waitara?

No, there is no direct bus from Whanganui to Waitara. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 and arriving at Queen Street, Waitara via Palmerston North and Bay C - Ariki Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Whanganui to Waitara?

The distance between Whanganui and Waitara is 334 km. The road distance is 161.5 km.

How do I travel from Whanganui to Waitara without a car?

The best way to get from Whanganui to Waitara without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Whanganui to Waitara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whanganui to Waitara bus from?

Whanganui to Waitara bus services, operated by Horizons, depart from Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 station.

Where does the Whanganui to Waitara bus arrive?

Whanganui to Waitara bus services, operated by Horizons, arrive at MSBH - Platform 1 station.

Can I drive from Whanganui to Waitara?

Yes, the driving distance between Whanganui to Waitara is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Whanganui to Waitara.

Where can I stay near Waitara?

There are 151+ hotels available in Waitara.

Whanganui to Waitara - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Whanganui to Waitara by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 to MSBH - Platform 1bus 225
2. Take the bus from Palmerston North to New Plymouthbus Palmerston North - New Plymouth
7h 40m
Drive 161.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Whanganui to Waitaracar 161.5 km
2h 3m
$48–68

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whanganui to Waitara.

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Distance: 334.1 km
Duration: 7h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Trafalgar Square - Bay 3 to Queen Street, Waitara via MSBH - Platform 1, Palmerston North, New Plymouth, and Bay C - Ariki Street in around 7h 40m.

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