How to get from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square by bus?

From Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square by bus

To get from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square in Auckland Central West, take the 38 bus from Stop A International Airport station to Stop D Onehunga station. Next, take the 30 bus from Stop A Onehunga station to The Civic station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is NZ$5.40. The bus schedule from Auckland International Airport (AKL) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Aotea Square on the Moovit app.

79minNZ$5.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3838
Bus - 3030
Walk to Aotea Square
Leaves from Stop A International Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stop A International Airport
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Airport To Onehunga Via Mangere Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop D Onehunga
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stop A Onehunga
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Onehunga To City Centre Via Manukau Rd
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Civic
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Aotea Square
    Walk to
    Aotea Square
    Queen Street
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square

The distance between Auckland International Airport (AKL), Auckland Central West and Aotea Square, Auckland Central West is approximately 27.08 km, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Auckland Central West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square

To check the bus timetable from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Auckland International Airport (AKL)) and destination (Aotea Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Bus line 38, Bus line 30.

  • Is there a direct bus between Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Aotea Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square?

    The 38 bus line goes from Stop A International Airport station near Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Mangere South to Stop D Onehunga station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Stop D Onehunga station near Aotea Square in Auckland Central West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square by bus?

    The total travel time between Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Mangere South and Aotea Square in Auckland Central West by bus is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Auckland International Airport (AKL) to get to Aotea Square?

    Get on the 38 bus from the Stop A International Airport stop near Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Mangere South.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Aotea Square?

    Get off the bus at the Stop D Onehunga stop, which is closest to Aotea Square in Auckland Central West.

  • How much is the bus fare from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square?

    The ride from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Aotea Square costs NZ$5.40.

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