How to get from The Base (Platform A) to Karaka by bus and train?

From The Base (Platform A) to Karaka by bus and train

To get from The Base (Platform A) to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the HUIA train from Hamilton Rotokauri Train Station 1 station to Puhinui Train 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 3 hr 46 min. The ride fare is NZ$18.54. The bus and train schedule from The Base (Platform A) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

226minNZ$18.54
Walk to train station
Train - HUIAHUIA
Train - STHSTH
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Hamilton Rotokauri Train Station 1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hamilton Rotokauri Train Station 1
    230 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - HUIAHUIA
    Wait for train
    HUIA
    Hamilton To the Strand Auckland Via Pukekohe
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Puhinui Train Station
    109 min
  • 4
    Train - STHSTH
    Wait for train
    STH
    Brit 4 To Pukekohe 3 Via Nkt 4, Ohu 3, Papakura 1
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    19 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
    12 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 The Base (Platform A) to Karaka

The distance between The Base (Platform A), Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 131.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 226 min. Moovit will show you the directions from The Base (Platform A) 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 The Base (Platform A) to Karaka

To check the bus and train schedule from The Base (Platform A) to Karaka using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (The Base (Platform A)) 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 The Base (Platform A) to Karaka?

    The fastest way takes 226 minutes, using Train line HUIA, Train line STH, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct train between The Base (Platform A) and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from The Base (Platform A) to Karaka?

    The HUIA train line goes from Hamilton Rotokauri Train Station 1 station near The Base (Platform A) in Auckland and Hamilton to Puhinui Train Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Puhinui Train Station station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from The Base (Platform A) to Karaka by train and bus?

    The total travel time between The Base (Platform A) in Auckland and Hamilton and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by train and bus is about 3 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near The Base (Platform A) to get to Karaka?

    Get on the HUIA train from the Hamilton Rotokauri Train Station 1 station near The Base (Platform A) in Auckland and Hamilton.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between The Base (Platform A) and Karaka?

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from The Base (Platform A) to Karaka?

    The ride from The Base (Platform A) to Karaka costs NZ$18.54.

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