How to get from Helena Street to Karaka by bus and train?

From Helena Street to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Helena Street to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 11W bus from Keegan Drive station to Albert Street/Wolfe Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the STH 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 40 min. The ride fare is NZ$8.64. The bus and train schedule from Helena Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

160minNZ$8.64
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11W11W
Train - STHSTH
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Keegan Drive

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Keegan Drive
    1.44 km • 19 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11W11W
    Wait for bus
    11W
    Northwest To City Centre Via Waimumu Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Albert Street/Wolfe Street
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waitemata Train Station 4
    580 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - STHSTH
    Wait for train
    STH
    Brit 4 To Pukekohe 3 Via Nkt 4, Ohu 3, Papakura 1
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Papakura Station
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 379379
    Wait for bus
    379
    Papakura To Clarks Beach
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fortland Park
    15 min
  • 10
    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 Helena Street to Karaka

The distance between Helena Street, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 58.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 160 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Helena Street 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 schedule from Helena Street to Karaka

To check the bus and train schedule from Helena Street to Karaka using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Helena Street) 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Helena Street to Karaka?

    The fastest way takes 160 minutes, using Bus line 11W, Train line STH, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct bus between Helena Street and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Helena Street to Karaka?

    The 11W bus line goes from Keegan Drive station near Helena Street in Birdwood East to Albert Street/Wolfe Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Albert Street/Wolfe Street station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Helena Street to Karaka by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Helena Street in Birdwood East and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by bus and train is about 2 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Helena Street to get to Karaka?

    Get on the 11W bus from the Keegan Drive stop near Helena Street in Birdwood East.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Helena Street and Karaka?

    Get off the bus at the Albert Street/Wolfe Street stop, which is closest to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Helena Street to Karaka?

    The ride from Helena Street to Karaka costs NZ$8.64.

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