What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere is to drive which costs $7 - $10 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere?

The fastest way to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $80 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland CBD and Waitakere?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland CBD to Waitakere. However, there are services departing from Albert Street/Wyndham Street and arriving at Township Park via Stop D New Lynn and Stop A Henderson Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Auckland CBD to Waitakere?

The distance between Auckland CBD and Waitakere is 32 km. The road distance is 24.3 km.

How do I travel from Auckland CBD to Waitakere without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland CBD to Waitakere bus from?

Auckland CBD to Waitakere bus services, operated by Auckland Transport, depart from Albert Street/Wyndham Street station.

Train or bus from Auckland CBD to Waitakere?

The best way to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 147 bus, which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Auckland CBD to Waitakere bus arrive?

Auckland CBD to Waitakere bus services, operated by Auckland Transport, arrive at Stop D New Lynn station.

Can I drive from Auckland CBD to Waitakere?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland CBD to Waitakere is 24 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Auckland CBD to Waitakere.

Where can I stay near Waitakere?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Waitakere.

Auckland CBD to Waitakere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 147 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 2 to Swanson Train Station 1train West
1h 21m
$9–12
Drive 24.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Auckland CBD to Waitakerecar 24.3 km
23 min
$7–10
Bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Albert Street/Wyndham Street to Stop D New Lynnbus 18
2. Take the bus from Stop A Henderson Station to Township Parkbus 147
1h 54m
$14–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Auckland CBD to Waitakeretaxi 24.3 km
23 min
$80–100

Auckland CBD to Waitakere by train and bus

252Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.9 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Auckland CBD, New Zealand and Waitakere, New Zealand?

Auckland Transport - AT Metro operates a train from Waitemata Train Station 2 to Swanson Train Station 1 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Albert Street/Wyndham Street to Township Park via Stop D New Lynn and Stop A Henderson Station in around 1h 54m.

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