The Waikato region is readily accessible and easy to get around, whether flying in, driving, or travelling by train or bus. Self-drive is the most popular option and most attractions are within a comfortable hour’s drive of Hamilton city, while Hamilton Airport services flights throughout New Zealand.
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Air Services & Transfers
Acting as a gateway to the Waikato and the Central North Island, Hamilton Airport has frequent direct domestic flights to major cities, tourist hotspots and most destinations within New Zealand
Regional Tours & Transport
Tour companies, shuttle services, rental cars, campervan hire, coach services, chartered flights and more are all on offer
Rental Vehicles
Find a rental car or motorhome in the Waikato
Rail Travel
Rail offers a convenient alternative to driving that opens up different scenic views of the countryside and the region’s towns.
Road Links
The Waikato region has an extensive and well maintained roading network, including major state highways.
Driving safely in New Zealand
Driving in New Zealand can be very different to driving in other countries and it’s important to understand our rules for driving in New Zealand before you get behind the wheel here
Thermal Explorer Highway Touring Route
The Waikato region is part of the Thermal Explorer Highway – a touring route which exits Auckland and takes in Waikato, Rotorua and Taupo.