What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street is to bus which costs $30 - $110 and takes 13h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street?

The fastest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street is to fly and train which takes 2h 47m and costs $100 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wakefield Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street. However, there are services departing from Stop A International Airport and arriving at Wellington - Central via Manukau City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wakefield Street?

No, there is no direct train from Auckland Airport (AKL) station to Wakefield Street station. However, there are services departing from Puhinui Train Station 2 and arriving at Upper Hutt Station via Papakura and Wellington Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.

How far is it from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street?

The distance between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wakefield Street is 523 km. The road distance is 609.4 km.

How do I travel from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street without a car?

The best way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street without a car is to train which takes 13h 4m and costs $260 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street bus from?

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Manukau City station.

Where do I catch the Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street train from?

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Papakura station.

Train, bus or fly from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street?

The best way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street is to train which takes 13h 4m and costs $260 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $110 and takes 13h 25m, you could also fly, which costs $650 - $1,200 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street bus arrive?

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Wellington - Central station.

Where does the Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street train arrive?

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Wellington station.

Can I drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street is 609 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street.

Where can I stay near Wakefield Street?

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Can I share a ride from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Wakefield Street. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly Auckland to Wellington, train
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)plane AKL - WLG
2. Take the train from Wellington Station to Upper Hutt Stationtrain
2h 47m
$108–359
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manukau City to Wellington - Centralbus Auckland - Central - Wellington - Central
13h 25m
$32–109
Train
1. Take the train from Papakura to Wellingtontrain Northern Explorer
13h 4m
$267–335
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Auckland-AKL to Wakefield Streetrideshare 609.4 km
7h 12m
Drive 609.4 km
1. Drive from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Streetcar 609.4 km
7h 12m
$176–254
Fly Auckland to Paraparaumu, train
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Paraparaumu (PPQ)plane AKL - PPQ
2. Take the train from Paraparaumu Station to Wellington Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Wellington Station to Upper Hutt Stationtrain
4h 22m
$210–425
Fly Auckland Airport to Claris Airport, fly to Tauranga Airport, fly to Wellington
1. Fly from Auckland Airport to Claris Airportplane
2. Fly from Claris Airport to Tauranga Airportplane
3. Fly from Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Wellington (WLG)plane TRG - WLG
6h 37m
$685–1,145

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Wakefield Street by bus, train, and foot

3Weekly Services

13h 4mAverage Duration

$267Cheapest Price

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Distance: 523.1 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Auckland Airport (AKL), New Zealand and Wakefield Street, Wellington, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Papakura to Wellington 3 times a week. Tickets cost $250–310 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Manukau City to Wellington - Central twice daily. Tickets cost $22–90 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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