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

Preston Road to Karaka - Bus Timetable

The 37 bus from Preston Road to Karaka runs from 00:15 to 23:45, with departures every 5 min-5 hr. The journey takes about 1 hr 20 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Preston Road to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Preston Road to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 37 bus from Preston Road/Bairds Road station to Stop C Manurewa 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 20 min. The ride fare is NZ$5.40. The bus and train schedule from Preston Road may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

80minNZ$5.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3737
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Preston Road/Bairds Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Preston Road/Bairds Road
    150 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Highbrook To Manurewa Via Preston Rd, Puhinui And Roscommon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop C Manurewa Station
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manurewa Train Station
    60 m • 1 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
    9 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 Preston Road to Karaka

The distance between Preston Road, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 27.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston 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 Preston Road to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 37, Train line S-C, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct bus between Preston 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 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Preston Road to Karaka?

    The 37 bus line goes from Preston Road/Bairds Road station near Preston Road in Otara South to Stop C Manurewa Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Stop C Manurewa Station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

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

    The total travel time between Preston Road in Otara South and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by bus and train is about 1 hr 20 min.

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

    Get on the 37 bus from the Preston Road/Bairds Road stop near Preston Road in Otara South.

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

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

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

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

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