Wellington to Waikato

Wellington to Waikato

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$60
 
 
$250

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Wellington to Waikato Schedule

Wellington to Waikato Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jetstar Airways Economy #JQ25007:45 - 08:50NZD 151.86
Air New Zealand Economy #NZ582008:50 - 10:05NZD 138.26
Air New Zealand Economy #NZ42411:45 - 12:50NZD 363.13
Air New Zealand Economy #NZ43213:45 - 14:50NZD 231.46
Air New Zealand Economy #NZ43614:55 - 16:00NZD 235.11
Air New Zealand Economy #NZ582617:50 - 19:00NZD 129.69
Air New Zealand Economy #NZ582819:20 - 20:35NZD 314.81
Jetstar Airways Economy #JQ26621:15 - 22:15NZD 285.18

Transportation from Wellington to Waikato

Facts about the transport from Wellington to Waikato

Cheapest Transport$60
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:10 PM
Departures per day19
Distance527 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir New Zealand, InterCity Group, Jetstar Airways, New Zealand Rail

How to get from Wellington to Waikato

When you want to get from Wellington to Waikato, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 249.53. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 59.30.

How far is Wellington from Waikato?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Wellington to Waikato. Your trip will be a total of 328 miles (527 km). The flying distance is 247 miles (396 km).

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

The travel time from Wellington to Waikato can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Wellington to Waikato?

The cost of the trip from Wellington to Waikato varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is InterCity Group: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 59.30 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 249.53.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Wellington to Waikato:

  • Bus tickets - USD 59.45 to USD 59.45;
  • Plane tickets - USD 122.43 to USD 249.58;
  • Train tickets - USD 122.43 to USD 122.43;

How many trips per day are there between Wellington and Waikato?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Wellington to Waikato depart during the day - there are approximately 18 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 09:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 09:15. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Waikato. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 122.43.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Wellington to Waikato

Air New Zealand, Jetstar Airways

Buses

Taking a bus from Wellington to Waikato is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Wellington to Waikato

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Wellington to Waikato? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 57% users took a plane.
  • 33% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 10% decided to go for a bus.