What is the cheapest way to get from North Shore to Waitakere?

The cheapest way to get from North Shore to Waitakere is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shore to Waitakere?

The fastest way to get from North Shore to Waitakere is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $100 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between North Shore and Waitakere?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shore to Waitakere. However, there are services departing from Stop B Akoranga and arriving at Township Park via Stop D Constellation and Stop A Henderson Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from North Shore to Waitakere?

The distance between North Shore and Waitakere is 40 km. The road distance is 29.6 km.

How do I travel from North Shore to Waitakere without a car?

The best way to get from North Shore to Waitakere without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $12 - $17.

How long does it take to get from North Shore to Waitakere?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from North Shore to Waitakere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Shore to Waitakere bus from?

North Shore to Waitakere bus services, operated by Auckland Transport, depart from Stop D Constellation station.

Train or bus from North Shore to Waitakere?

The best way to get from North Shore to Waitakere is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $12 - $17. Alternatively, you can line 12 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $14 - $19 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the North Shore to Waitakere bus arrive?

North Shore to Waitakere bus services, operated by Auckland Transport, arrive at Stop B Henderson Station.

Can I drive from North Shore to Waitakere?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shore to Waitakere is 30 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from North Shore to Waitakere.

Where can I stay near Waitakere?

There are 1746+ hotels available in Waitakere.

North Shore to Waitakere - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 12 bus

There are 5 ways to get from North Shore 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 44m
$12–17
Drive 29.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from North Shore to Waitakerecar 29.6 km
25 min
$9–13
Line 12 bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Stop D Constellation to Stop B Henderson Stationbus 12
2. Take the bus from Stop A Henderson Station to Township Parkbus 147
1h 56m
$15–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Shore to Waitakeretaxi 29.6 km
25 min
$100–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Customs Street West/Te Komititanga to Swanson Stationbus Rbw
2h 33m

North Shore to Waitakere by bus and train

252Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from North Shore to Waitakere.

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Distance: 39.8 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between North Shore, 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 Stop B Akoranga to Township Park via Stop B Constellation, Stop D Constellation, Stop B Henderson Station, and Stop A Henderson Station in around 1h 56m.

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