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Ōtaki is a town in the Kāpiti Coast District of the North Island of New Zealand, situated halfway between the capital city Wellington, 70 km (43 mi) to the southwest, and Palmerston North, 70 km (43 mi) to the northeast.
Ōtaki is a popular tourist destination, with attractions such as the Rangiātea Church, the Ōtaki Forks, and the Tararua Forest Park. The town is also home to a number of Māori cultural attractions, including the Te Wānanga o Raukawa university and the Māoriland Film Festival.
The rural service town of Ōtaki is situated near the north bank of the Ōtaki River. The area is historically significant for Māori – there are several marae in and around Ōtaki, as well as a Māori college. Close proximity to the walkways of the Tararua Range is Ōtaki’s main attraction.
There are 4 ways to get from Wellington to Ōtaki by bus, train, taxi, or car. Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. best. Bus. 1h 4m. $14–28. cheapest. Train. 1h 7m. $9–13. Taxi. 56 min. $240–300. Drive 45.6 mi. 56 min. $13–19. Wellington to Ōtaki by bus.
- The cost-effective way to get from Wellington to Ōtaki is to train, which costs $16 - $20 and takes 1h 7m. More details
- The quickest way to get from Wellington to Ōtaki is to taxi which costs $230 - $280 and takes 56 min. More details
- Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington - Central and arriving at Otaki. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The...
- Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington and arriving at Otaki. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The...
- The distance between Wellington and Ōtaki is 66 km. The road distance is 73.3 km. Get driving directions
- The best way to get from Wellington to Ōtaki without a car is to bus which takes 1h 4m and costs $23 - $50. More details
- The bus from Wellington - Central to Otaki takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs three times a day. More details
- Wellington to Ōtaki bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Wellington - Central station. More details
- Wellington to Ōtaki train services, operated by KiwiRail - Capital Connection, depart from Wellington station. More details
- The best way to get from Wellington to Ōtaki is to bus which takes 1h 4m and costs $23 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $20 a...
Ōtaki is an area with many visitor attractions. There's so much to see and do – it's a hidden gem in the greater Wellington region, though many visitors may only know Ōtaki for its great outlet shops and cafes. Ōtaki has three district areas, each with its own unique character and attractions.
The cheapest way to get from Ōtaki to Wellington costs only $11, and the quickest way takes just 56 mins. Find the travel option that best suits you.
One of the two Surf Lifesaving New Zealand patrolled beaches on the Kāpiti Coast, in the summer months Ōtaki Beach is not only fantastic for families, but it is also popular with surfers, sea kayakers, SUP boarders and boaties.
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