How to get from Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka by bus and train?

From Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 311 bus from Kiwi Esplanade station to Stop D Otahuhu Station 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 1 hr 25 min. The ride fare is NZ$5.40. The bus and train schedule from Kiwi Esplanade may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

85minNZ$5.40
Bus - 311311
Train - STHSTH
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Kiwi Esplanade

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Kiwi Esplanade
  • 2
    Bus - 311311
    Wait for bus
    311
    Otahuhu Station To Otahuhu Station Via Mangere Bridge
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop D Otahuhu Station
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Otahuhu Train Station
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - STHSTH
    Wait for train
    STH
    Brit 4 To Pukekohe 3 Via Nkt 4, Ohu 3, Papakura 1; Dru Pae
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    27 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 Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka

The distance between Kiwi Esplanade, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 32.58 km, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kiwi Esplanade 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 Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 311, Train line STH, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kiwi Esplanade and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka?

    The 311 bus line goes from Stop D Otahuhu Station near Kiwi Esplanade in Ambury to Otahuhu Train Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Otahuhu Train Station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Kiwi Esplanade in Ambury and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by bus and train is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Kiwi Esplanade to get to Karaka?

    Get on the 311 bus from the Stop D Otahuhu Station near Kiwi Esplanade in Ambury.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Kiwi Esplanade and Karaka?

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

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka?

    The ride from Kiwi Esplanade to Karaka costs NZ$5.40.

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