How to get from Smales Road to Karaka by bus and train?

Smales Road to Karaka - Bus Timetable

The 31 bus from Smales Road to Karaka runs from 05:42 to 23:48, with departures every 10-30 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 21 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Smales Road to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Smales Road to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 31 bus from Smales Road station to Stop C Papatoetoe 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 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is NZ$5.40. The bus and train schedule from Smales Road may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

81minNZ$5.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3131
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Smales Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Smales Road
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Botany Town Centre To Mangere Town Centre Via Otara
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop C Papatoetoe Station
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Papatoetoe Train Station
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S-CS-C
    Wait for train
    S-C
    Newmarket 2 Anti Clockwise To Pukekohe 4 Via Nkt 4, Ppk 1
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    21 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
    14 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 Smales Road to Karaka

The distance between Smales Road, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 30.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Smales Road 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 Smales Road to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 31, Train line S-C, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct bus between Smales Road and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Smales Road to Karaka?

    The 31 bus line goes from Smales Road station near Smales Road in Dannemora to Stop C Papatoetoe Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Stop C Papatoetoe Station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Smales Road to Karaka by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Smales Road in Dannemora and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Smales Road to get to Karaka?

    Get on the 31 bus from the Smales Road stop near Smales Road in Dannemora.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Smales Road and Karaka?

    Get off the bus at the Stop C Papatoetoe Station, which is closest to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Smales Road to Karaka?

    The ride from Smales Road to Karaka costs NZ$5.40.

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