How to get from Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka by bus and train?

From Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 70 bus from Palm Avenue/Pakuranga Plaza station to Stop A Ellerslie 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 36 min. The ride fare is NZ$6.66. The bus and train schedule from Pakuranga Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

96minNZ$6.66
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Train - STHSTH
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Palm Avenue/Pakuranga Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Palm Avenue/Pakuranga Plaza
    300 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    Botany To Britomart Via Panmure
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop A Ellerslie
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ellerslie Train Station
    120 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
    36 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 Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka

The distance between Pakuranga Plaza, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 38.39 km, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Pakuranga Plaza 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 Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Bus line 70, Train line STH, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct bus between Pakuranga Plaza and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka?

    The 70 bus line goes from Palm Avenue/Pakuranga Plaza station near Pakuranga Plaza in Sunnyhills to Stop A Ellerslie station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Stop A Ellerslie station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Pakuranga Plaza in Sunnyhills and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by bus and train is about 1 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Pakuranga Plaza to get to Karaka?

    Get on the 70 bus from the Palm Avenue/Pakuranga Plaza stop near Pakuranga Plaza in Sunnyhills.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Pakuranga Plaza and Karaka?

    Get off the bus at the Stop A Ellerslie stop, which is closest to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka?

    The ride from Pakuranga Plaza to Karaka costs NZ$6.66.

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