Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui to Cambridge, Waikato from $33: 8 ways by bus, train, flight or car

The distance between Palmerston North and Cambridge in New Zealand is approximately 277 km by road. By train, it takes around 6 hours and 44 minutes to travel from Palmerston North to Cambridge. If you choose to fly from Palmerston North to Auckland, and then take a bus, the travel time is around 5 hours and 12 minutes. By car, it takes approximately 4 hours and 16 minutes to drive from Cambridge to Palmerston North, while the bus journey from Palmerston North to Cambridge takes about 8 hours and 50 minutes.

The most cost-effective option for traveling from Palmerston North to Cambridge is by bus, with tickets ranging from $35 to $55. However, this option can be time-consuming, with a travel time of 8 hours and 50 minutes. If time-efficiency is a priority, driving your own car would be the quickest option, taking approximately 4 hours and 16 minutes.

The prices for a train journey between Palmerston North and Cambridge range from $108 to $194. Alternatively, taking a bus from Cambridge to Palmerston North costs between $35 and $53.

To travel from Palmerston North to Cambridge without using public transportation, you can drive the distance of 378 km, which takes about 4 hours and 16 minutes. You have the option to rent a car, and the prices range from $60 to $95.

The best way to travel from Palmerston North to Cambridge without a car is by train, which takes approximately 6 hours and 44 minutes. The train journey offers scenic views along the way and costs between $100 to $200. Another option is to take a flight from Palmerston North to Auckland and then catch a bus to Cambridge, which takes approximately 5 hours and 12 minutes.

There is no direct link between Palmerston North and Cambridge. However, there are bus services available with a transfer in Taupo. The journey takes approximately 7h 9m including transfers. The bus, operated by InterCity, departs from Palmerston North and arrives at St Peters School in Cambridge.

The flight from Palmerston North to Auckland typically takes 1 hour and 15 minutes. The cost of the flight can vary depending on the airline and time of booking. Once you arrive at Auckland Airport, you can take a variety of transportation options to get to Cambridge. This includes taking a bus, hiring a taxi, or renting a car. The most convenient option would be to hire a taxi, which takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach Cambridge from Auckland Airport.

There are plenty of accommodation options available near Cambridge with over 260 hotels to choose from. Prices start at $52 per night, ensuring a range of options to suit different budgets.