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 $6 - $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 Customs Street West/Te Komititanga and arriving at Township Park via Swanson Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

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 - AT Metro, depart from Customs Street West/Te Komititanga 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, which costs and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Auckland CBD to Waitakere bus arrive?

Auckland CBD to Waitakere bus services, operated by Auckland Transport - AT Metro, arrive at Swanson 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 1747+ hotels available in Waitakere.

Auckland CBD to Waitakere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Auckland CBD to Waitakere by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 2 to Swanson Train Station 1train West
1h 21m
$9–11
Drive 24.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Auckland CBD to Waitakerecar 24.3 km
23 min
$7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Customs Street West/Te Komititanga to Swanson Stationbus Rbw
2h 6m
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, Auckland Transport - AT Metro operates a bus from Customs Street West/Te Komititanga to Swanson Station every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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