How to get from Auckland Zoo to Helensville by bus?

From Auckland Zoo to Helensville by bus

To get from Auckland Zoo to Helensville in Helensville, take the 11T bus from Auckland Zoo station to Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive station. Next, take the 125 bus from Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive station to Rimu Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The ride fare is NZ$6.66. The bus schedule from Auckland Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Helensville on the Moovit app.

89minNZ$6.66
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11T11T
Bus - 125125
Walk to Helensville
Leaves from Auckland Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Auckland Zoo
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11T11T
    Wait for bus
    11T
    City Centre To Northwest Via Triangle Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive
    27 min
  • 4
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Westgate To Helensville Via Kumeu
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rimu Street
    48 min
  • 6
    Walk to Helensville
    Walk to
    Helensville
    Karaka Street
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Auckland Zoo to Helensville by bus via 11W and 125

To get from Auckland Zoo to Helensville in Helensville, take the 11W bus from Auckland Zoo station to Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive station. Next, take the 125 bus from Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive station to Rimu Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The ride fare is NZ$6.66. The bus schedule from Auckland Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Helensville on the Moovit app.

104minNZ$6.66
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11W11W
Bus - 125125
Walk to Helensville
Leaves from Auckland Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Auckland Zoo
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11W11W
    Wait for bus
    11W
    City Centre To Northwest Via Waimumu Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive
    27 min
  • 4
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Westgate To Helensville Via Kumeu
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rimu Street
    48 min
  • 6
    Walk to Helensville
    Walk to
    Helensville
    Karaka Street
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Auckland Zoo to Helensville

The distance between Auckland Zoo and Helensville is approximately 48.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Auckland Zoo to Helensville by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Helensville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Auckland Zoo to Helensville

To check the bus schedule from Auckland Zoo to Helensville using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Auckland Zoo) and destination (Helensville), 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Auckland Zoo to Helensville by bus via 11W and 125

To get from Auckland Zoo to Helensville in Helensville, take the 11W bus from Auckland Zoo station to Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive station. Next, take the 125 bus from Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive station to Rimu Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The ride fare is NZ$6.66. The bus schedule from Auckland Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Helensville on the Moovit app.

104minNZ$6.66
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11W11W
Bus - 125125
Walk to Helensville
Leaves from Auckland Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Auckland Zoo
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11W11W
    Wait for bus
    11W
    City Centre To Northwest Via Waimumu Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tawhia Drive/Rotu Drive
    27 min
  • 4
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Westgate To Helensville Via Kumeu
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rimu Street
    48 min
  • 6
    Walk to Helensville
    Walk to
    Helensville
    Karaka Street
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Auckland Zoo to Helensville?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 11T, Bus line 125.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Auckland Zoo to Helensville?

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 11W, Bus line 125.

  • Is there a direct bus between Auckland Zoo and Helensville?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Auckland Zoo to Helensville?

    The 11T bus line goes from Auckland Zoo station near Auckland Zoo in Surrey Crescent to City Centre To Northwest Via Triangle Rd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till City Centre To Northwest Via Triangle Rd station near Helensville.

  • How long does it take to travel from Auckland Zoo to Helensville by bus?

    The total travel time between Auckland Zoo and Helensville by bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Auckland Zoo to get to Helensville?

    Get on the 11T bus from the Auckland Zoo stop near Auckland Zoo in Surrey Crescent.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Auckland Zoo and Helensville?

    Get off the bus at the City Centre To Northwest Via Triangle Rd stop, which is closest to Helensville.

  • How much is the bus fare from Auckland Zoo to Helensville?

    The ride from Auckland Zoo to Helensville costs NZ$6.66.

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