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

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Waitakere is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Waitakere is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $80 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland and Waitakere?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland station to Waitakere. However, there are services departing from New North Road/Kingsland Station and arriving at Township Park via Swanson Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Auckland to Waitakere?

The distance between Auckland and Waitakere is 32 km. The road distance is 24 km.

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

The best way to get from Auckland to Waitakere without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $8 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Auckland to Waitakere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland to Waitakere bus from?

Auckland to Waitakere bus services, operated by Auckland Transport - AT Metro, depart from New North Road/Kingsland Station.

Train or bus from Auckland to Waitakere?

The best way to get from Auckland to Waitakere is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Auckland to Waitakere bus arrive?

Auckland to Waitakere bus services, operated by Auckland Transport - AT Metro, arrive at Swanson Station.

Can I drive from Auckland to Waitakere?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland to Waitakere is 24 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Auckland to Waitakere.

Where can I stay near Waitakere?

There are 1753+ hotels available in Waitakere.

Auckland to Waitakere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Auckland 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 1West
1h 20m
$9–12
Drive 24 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Auckland to Waitakere24 km
22 min
$8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from New North Road/Kingsland Station to Swanson StationRbw
1h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Auckland to Waitakere24 km
22 min
$80–100
Train, line 147 bus
1. Take the train from Waitemata Train Station 2 to Henderson Train Station 1West
2. Take the bus from Stop A Henderson Station to Township Park147
1h 35m
$10–14

Auckland to Waitakere by train and bus

152Weekly Services

1h 20mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Auckland to Waitakere.

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Distance: 31.9 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Auckland Transport - AT Metro operates a train from Waitemata Train Station 2 to Swanson Train Station 1 hourly. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Auckland Transport - AT Metro operates a bus from New North Road/Kingsland Station to Swanson Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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