How to get from Lawsons Corner to Karaka by bus and train?

From Lawsons Corner to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Lawsons Corner to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the E-W train from New Lynn Train Station station to Middlemore Train Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S-C train and finally take the 379 bus from Papakura Station station to Fortland Park station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The ride fare is NZ$9.40. The bus and train schedule from Lawsons Corner may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

136minNZ$9.40
Walk to train station
Train - E-WE-W
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from New Lynn Train Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Lynn Train Station
    1.9 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - E-WE-W
    Wait for train
    E-W
    Swanson 1 To Manukau 1 Via Waitemata 1
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Middlemore Train Station
    54 min
  • 4
    Train - S-CS-C
    Wait for train
    S-C
    Newmarket 2 Anti Clockwise To Pukekohe 4 Via Nkt 4, Ppk 1
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Papakura Station
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 379379
    Wait for bus
    379
    Papakura To Clarks Beach
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fortland Park
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Karaka
    Walk to
    Karaka
    Linwood Road
    240 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Lawsons Corner to Karaka

The distance between Lawsons Corner, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 57.09 km, which can typically be travelled in 136 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lawsons Corner to Karaka by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Whangapouri Creek – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Lawsons Corner to Karaka

To check the bus and train timetable from Lawsons Corner to Karaka using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lawsons Corner) and destination (Karaka), 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 Lawsons Corner to Karaka?

    The fastest way takes 136 minutes, using Train line E-W, Train line S-C, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct train between Lawsons Corner and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Lawsons Corner to Karaka?

    The E-W train line goes from New Lynn Train Station near Lawsons Corner in Rewarewa to Middlemore Train Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Middlemore Train Station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lawsons Corner to Karaka by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Lawsons Corner in Rewarewa and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by train and bus is about 2 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Lawsons Corner to get to Karaka?

    Get on the E-W train from the New Lynn Train Station near Lawsons Corner in Rewarewa.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Lawsons Corner and Karaka?

    Get off the train at the Middlemore Train Station, which is closest to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Lawsons Corner to Karaka?

    The ride from Lawsons Corner to Karaka costs NZ$9.40.

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