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Trip Overview

The train between Auckland and Lower Hutt takes 11h 10m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Auckland to Lower Hutt. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 10m
Duration
688 km
Distance
$276
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Auckland to Lower Hutt train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Auckland and Lower Hutt. The service departs Auckland at 7:45 AM in the morning, which arrives into Lower Hutt at 18:55:00. All services require a transfer at Wellington and take an average of 11h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    KiwiRail - Northern ExplorerMetlink11h 10m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    KiwiRail - Northern ExplorerMetlink11h 10m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    KiwiRail - Northern ExplorerMetlink11h 10m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Auckland to Lower Hutt? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Auckland to Lower Hutt.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 688 km
  • Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Lower Hutt, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Auckland Strand to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $240–290 and the journey takes 10h 35m.

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