How to get from Western Springs Park to Karaka by bus and train?

Western Springs Park to Karaka - Bus Timetable

The 18 bus from Western Springs Park to Karaka runs from 05:17 to 23:32, with departures every 5-15 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 44 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Western Springs Park to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Western Springs Park to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 18 bus from Western Springs Park station to Stop G Te Waihorotiu 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 44 min. The ride fare is NZ$7.65. The bus and train schedule from Western Springs Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

104minNZ$7.65
Bus - 1818
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Western Springs Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Western Springs Park
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    New Lynn To City Centre Via Great North Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop G Te Waihorotiu Station
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2
    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
    53 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 Western Springs Park to Karaka

The distance between Western Springs Park, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 45.06 km, which can typically be travelled in 104 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Western Springs Park 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 Western Springs Park to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 18, Train line S-C, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct bus between Western Springs Park and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Western Springs Park to Karaka?

    The 18 bus line goes from Stop G Te Waihorotiu Station near Western Springs Park in Surrey Crescent to Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2 station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Western Springs Park to Karaka by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Western Springs Park in Surrey Crescent and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by bus and train is about 1 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Western Springs Park to get to Karaka?

    Get on the 18 bus from the Stop G Te Waihorotiu Station near Western Springs Park in Surrey Crescent.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Western Springs Park and Karaka?

    Get off the bus at the Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2 stop, which is closest to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Western Springs Park to Karaka?

    The ride from Western Springs Park to Karaka costs NZ$7.65.

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