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There are 5 ways to get from Paihia to Papakura by plane, train, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly from Kerikeri Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Kerikeri Airport (KKE) to Auckland (AKL)KKE - AKL
2. Take the train from Puhinui Train Station 2 to Papakura Train Station 1
2h 25m
$158–583
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paihia to AlbanyAuckland - Central - Kerikeri
5h 13m
$17–78
Drive 256.1 km
1. Drive from Paihia to Papakura256.1 km
3h 10m
$77–111
Tour
1. Take a shuttle bus from Paihia to AucklandPaihia to Auckland via East Coast Small Group Tour
13h 10m
$197–242
Bus to Whangarei Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Paihia to Whangarei
2. Fly from Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Auckland (AKL)WRE - AKL
3. Take the train from Puhinui Train Station 2 to Papakura Train Station 1
4h 40m
$77–523

Paihia to Papakura by bus and train

25Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Paihia, New Zealand and Papakura, Auckland, New Zealand?

InterCity operates a bus from Paihia to Albany 4 times a day. Tickets cost $5–65 and the journey takes 3h 39m.

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Papakura, New Zealand(opens in a new window)

Papakura is a southern suburb of Auckland, in northern New Zealand. It is located on the shores of the Pahurehure Inlet, approximately 32 kilometres south of the Auckland CBD. It is under the authority of the Auckland Council. - Wikipedia (opens in a new window)

Things to do in Papakura

Auckland Botanic Gardens(Opens in a new window)

Auckland Botanic Gardens is a 64-hectare botanical garden in Manurewa, South Auckland, New Zealand, owned by Auckland Council. The first purchase of land by the Auckland Regional Authority (ARA) – predecessor of Auckland Regional Council (ARC) – dates back to 1968. Developments started in 1973. The garden was officially opened to the public in 1982. In that same year the first (and until now only) Visitors Guide was published. It now holds more than 10,000 plants.

One Tree Hill(Opens in a new window)

Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill is a 182 m volcanic peak in Auckland, New Zealand. It is an important memorial place for both Māori and other New Zealanders. The suburb around the base of the hill is also called One Tree Hill. It is surrounded by the suburbs of Royal Oak to the west, and clockwise, Epsom, Greenlane, Oranga, and Onehunga. The summit provides views across the Auckland area, and allows visitors to see both of Auckland's harbours.

Howick Historical Village(Opens in a new window)

Howick Historical Village is a re-creation of a New Zealand colonial village using houses and cottages saved from the surrounding Auckland suburb of Howick.

Rainbow's End (theme park)(Opens in a new window)

Rainbow's End is a 9.3 ha theme park in Manukau, Auckland. Rainbow's End includes the main theme park and also Kidz Kingdom, a family entertainment center for children 8 years and under. The park, owned by Rangatira Limited, is currently New Zealand's largest theme park and currently employs up to 300 staff.

Places to stay in Papakura

Kakariki Cottage(Opens in a new window)

9.1Superb

Papakura Pioneer Motor Lodge & Motel(Opens in a new window)

7.3Good

Applaud BnB(Opens in a new window)

8.5Very Good

Drury Motor Lodge(Opens in a new window)

7.3Good

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