How to get from Waitakere Gardens to Karaka by bus and train?

Waitakere Gardens to Karaka - Train Timetable

The E-W train from Waitakere Gardens to Karaka runs from 05:16 to 22:31, with departures every 15-30 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 13 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Waitakere Gardens to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Waitakere Gardens to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the E-W train from Henderson Train Station station to Middlemore Train 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 2 hr 13 min. The ride fare is NZ$10.66. The bus and train schedule from Waitakere Gardens may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

133minNZ$10.66
Walk to train station
Train - E-WE-W
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Henderson Train Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Henderson Train Station
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - E-WE-W
    Wait for train
    E-W
    Swanson 1 To Manukau 1 Via Waitemata 1
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Middlemore Train Station
    66 min
  • 4
    Train - S-CS-C
    Wait for train
    S-C
    Newmarket 2 Anti Clockwise To Pukekohe 4 Via Nkt 4, Ppk 1
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    23 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
    15 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 Waitakere Gardens to Karaka

The distance between Waitakere Gardens, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 63 km, which can typically be travelled in 133 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waitakere Gardens 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 Waitakere Gardens to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 133 minutes, using Train line E-W, Train line S-C, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct train between Waitakere Gardens and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Waitakere Gardens to Karaka?

    The E-W train line goes from Henderson Train Station near Waitakere Gardens in Henderson North to Middlemore Train Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Middlemore Train Station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waitakere Gardens to Karaka by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Waitakere Gardens in Henderson North and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by train and bus is about 2 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Waitakere Gardens to get to Karaka?

    Get on the E-W train from the Henderson Train Station near Waitakere Gardens in Henderson North.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Waitakere Gardens and Karaka?

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Waitakere Gardens to Karaka?

    The ride from Waitakere Gardens to Karaka costs NZ$10.66.

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