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Auckland to Matamata from $20: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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from
Auckland, New Zealand
to
Matamata, New Zealand

How to Get from Auckland to Matamata: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$20 by busBest price
161 kmDistance
1h 52m Fastest

Compare Train, Bus, Flight, and Driving Options

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Company
InterCity
Bus
Average Duration
3h  19m
Estimated price
$20-35
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Distance: 161 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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Company
Te Huia, various
Train
Bus
Average Duration
4h  46m
Estimated price
$0-0
Company
various
Drive
Average Duration
1h  52m
Estimated price
$27-40
Company
Air New Zealand, various
Train
Plane
Taxi
Average Duration
3h  12m
Estimated price
$167-303

Auckland - Matamata operators

Explore transport companies operating between Auckland and Matamata, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Bus
Contact phone
+64 9 583 5780
Website
https://www.intercity.co.nz/

Bus from Auckland - Central to Matamata

Average Duration
3h 19m
Estimated price
20-35

Bus from Huntly to Matamata

Average Duration
1h 44m
Estimated price
20-29
Train
Contact phone
0800 205 305
Website
https://tehuiatrain.co.nz/

Train from The Strand Train Station to Huntly

Average Duration
2h 2m
Estimated price
0-0

Train from Britomart Train Station to Puhinui Train Station

Average Duration
32m
Estimated price
2-200
Plane
Website
http://www.airnewzealand.com/

Plane from Auckland Airport to Tauranga Airport

Average Duration
40m
Estimated price
45-170
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Other from Tauranga to Matamata

Average Duration
41m
Estimated price
202-203

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Auckland and Matamata is approximately 140.0 km by road. The road distance is slightly longer at 161.1 km. The typical travel time from Auckland to Matamata by train and then bus is about 4 hours and 46 minutes. However, if you prefer to drive, it takes approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes to reach Auckland from Matamata by car. Lastly, if you choose to travel by bus, the journey from Auckland to Matamata usually takes around 3 hours and 19 minutes.
The most cost-effective option for traveling from Auckland to Matamata is by bus, which typically costs between $19 and $35 and takes approximately 3 hours and 19 minutes. This is a popular choice among budget travelers as it offers a relatively low price and a direct route to Matamata. However, if you are looking for a more time-efficient option, driving is the fastest way to reach Matamata, taking just 1 hour and 52 minutes. Although driving may be slightly more expensive, ranging from $27 to $40, it allows for greater flexibility and convenience.
The prices for a bus ticket from Auckland to Matamata can range from $19 to $35, depending on the bus company and the type of ticket purchased.
To travel from Auckland to Matamata without using public transportation, you can drive directly. The distance between the two cities is approximately 160.9 km, and it takes around 1 hour and 52 minutes to drive from Auckland to Matamata. The cost of driving by car ranges from $27 to $40, depending on the vehicle and current petrol prices.
To travel from Auckland to Matamata without a car, the best option is to take a bus. The bus journey takes approximately 3 hours and 19 minutes and the ticket prices range from $19 to $35.
Yes, there is a direct link between Auckland and Matamata. The InterCity bus service operates a daily route from Auckland - Central station to Matamata station, with a travel time of approximately 3 hours and 19 minutes.
The flight between Auckland and Matamata typically takes around 40 minutes. The cost of the flight can vary depending on the airline and the time of booking. On average, prices for this flight range from $100 to $150.
There are several accommodation options available in Matamata. With over 44 hotels to choose from, there is a wide range of choices for different budgets and preferences. Prices for hotels in Matamata start at $29, making it possible to find affordable accommodation options.