How to get from Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka by bus and train?

Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka - Train Timetable

The S-C train from Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka runs from 07:17 to 20:02, with departures every 30 min-3 hr. The journey takes about 1 hr 9 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, take the S-C train from Penrose Train Station station to Papakura Train Station station. Next, take the 379 bus from Papakura Station station to Fortland Park station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is NZ$9.40. The bus and train schedule from Penrose Station/Great South Road may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

69minNZ$9.40
Walk to train station
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Penrose Train Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Penrose Train Station
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - S-CS-C
    Wait for train
    S-C
    Newmarket 2 Anti Clockwise To Pukekohe 4 Via Nkt 4, Ppk 1
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Papakura Station
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 379379
    Wait for bus
    379
    Papakura To Clarks Beach
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fortland Park
    14 min
  • 7
    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 Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka

The distance between Penrose Station/Great South Road, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 30.02 km, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Penrose Station/Great South 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 Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Train line S-C, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct train between Penrose Station/Great South Road and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka?

    The S-C train line goes from Penrose Train Station near Penrose Station/Great South Road in Ellerslie South to Papakura Train Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Papakura Train Station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Penrose Station/Great South Road in Ellerslie South and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by train and bus is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Penrose Station/Great South Road to get to Karaka?

    Get on the S-C train from the Penrose Train Station near Penrose Station/Great South Road in Ellerslie South.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Penrose Station/Great South Road and Karaka?

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

  • How much is the train fare from Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka?

    The ride from Penrose Station/Great South Road to Karaka costs NZ$9.40.

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