Getting There & Away
By Road
By Air
By Sea
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The city of Auckland is Northland's key gateway - not only by road travelling the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, but also by air. This section offers information on key coach and air service providers, driving times and distances, marine ports of entry and other information on how to get around.

By Road

The Twin Coast Discovery Highway is Northland's scenic touring route starting and finishing in Auckland. Taking you to both coasts, this route showcases the diversity of the region. Getting here by coach, self drive, or on a guided tour is a wonderful journey into sub-tropical Northland.

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By Air

Auckland is the main international gateway for travel to Northland. Air New Zealand operates domestic flights into 3 Northland airports: Whangarei, Kerikeri (Bay of Islands) and Kaitaia. Charter operators offer transport into the region tailored to your requirements.

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By Sea

Arrival to Northland by sea is unbelievably spectacular - your coastal journey is bound to impress. Stunning headlands, bush covered hillsides, long stretches of beach greet as you head for terra firma. If you are arriving by boat from overseas there are two official Ports of Entry into Northland.

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