Facts about the transport from Waikato to Rotorua
| Cheapest Transport | $27 |
| Fastest Transport | 45m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:20 AM |
| Latest Departure | 4:35 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 129 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Air New Zealand, InterCity Group |
Waikato to Rotorua
Best Options
$189
$189
Other Options
Transportation from Waikato to Rotorua
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Buses$ 26.13
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Flights$ 188.28
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Ferries are not available
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Popular Routes
From Waikato
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Popular Routes in New Zealand
How to get from Waikato to Rotorua
Travelling between Waikato and Rotorua is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 188.56 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 188.56.
How long does it take to get from Waikato to Rotorua?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Waikato and Rotorua depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Waikato and Rotorua. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1h 45m to reach Rotorua.
How much does it cost to get from Waikato to Rotorua?
Travelling between Waikato and Rotorua can be as cheap as USD 188.56 if you opt for a Air New Zealand flight and as expensive as USD 188.56 if you buy a Air New Zealand flight ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Waikato and Rotorua ?
- 2 from Waikato to Rotorua starting from 08:20 Auckland Airport until 16:35 Auckland Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Waikato to Rotorua.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Waikato to Rotorua, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 188.28.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Waikato and Rotorua
Air New Zealand
Bus
Travelling from Waikato to Rotorua overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Waikato and Rotorua
InterCity Group
What is the most popular transport to get from Waikato to Rotorua?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% decided to fly