Facts about the transport from Hamilton to Waikato
| Cheapest Transport | $23 |
| Fastest Transport | 49m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 4:55 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 41 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Air New Zealand, KiwiRail |
Hamilton to Waikato
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How to get from Hamilton to Waikato
Travelling between Hamilton and Waikato is possible by Flight, bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 62.27 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 62.27.
How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Waikato?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 26 hours to travel between Hamilton and Waikato depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Hamilton and Waikato. Bus will bring you to your destination in 49m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 1h 35m to reach Waikato.
How much does it cost to get from Hamilton to Waikato?
Travelling between Hamilton and Waikato can be as cheap as USD 62.27 if you opt for a KiwiRail train and as expensive as USD 62.27 if you buy a KiwiRail Train 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 Hamilton and Waikato ?
- 1 from Hamilton to Waikato starting from 16:25 Hamilton Station until 16:25 Hamilton Station
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Hamilton to Waikato.
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 Hamilton to Waikato, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 142.32.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 Hamilton and Waikato
Air New Zealand
Bus
Travelling from Hamilton to Waikato 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 Hamilton and Waikato
InterCity Group
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Hamilton to Waikato?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% took a train
Transportation from Hamilton to Waikato
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Trains$ 62.48
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Buses$ 22.56
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Flights$ 142.32
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available