How to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill by bus and train?

From Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill by bus and train

To get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill in Auckland and Hamilton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the AIR bus from Stop A International Airport station to Stop B Puhinui station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S-C train and finally take the NX2 bus from Stop A Te Waihorotiu Station station to Stop B Smales Farm station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is NZ$6.66. The bus and train schedule from Auckland Airport (AKL) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forrest Hill on the Moovit app.

97minNZ$6.66
Walk to bus station
Bus - AIRAIR
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - NX2NX2
Walk to Forrest Hill
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 - AIRAIR
    Wait for bus
    AIR
    Airport Link Via Puhinui Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop B Puhinui
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Puhinui Train Station
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S-CS-C
    Wait for train
    S-C
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  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Te Waihorotiu Train Station 1
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stop A Te Waihorotiu Station
    110 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - NX2NX2
    Wait for bus
    NX2
    Auckland Universities To Albany Station Via Wellesley St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop B Smales Farm
    14 min
  • 10
    Walk to Forrest Hill
    Walk to
    Forrest Hill
    1.4 km • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill

The distance between Auckland Airport (AKL), Auckland and Hamilton and Forrest Hill, Auckland and Hamilton is approximately 39.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 97 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Auckland and Hamilton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill

To check the bus and train timetable from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Auckland Airport (AKL)) and destination (Forrest Hill), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill?

    The fastest way takes 97 minutes, using Bus line AIR, Train line S-C, Bus line NX2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Forrest Hill?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill?

    The AIR bus line goes from Stop A International Airport station near Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South to Stop B Puhinui station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Stop B Puhinui station near Forrest Hill in Auckland and Hamilton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South and Forrest Hill in Auckland and Hamilton by bus and train is about 1 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Auckland Airport (AKL) to get to Forrest Hill?

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

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Forrest Hill?

    Get off the bus at the Stop B Puhinui stop, which is closest to Forrest Hill in Auckland and Hamilton.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill?

    The ride from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Forrest Hill costs NZ$6.66.

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