How to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke by bus and train?

From Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke by bus and train

To get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke in Takapuna Central, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the AIR bus from Stop A International Airport station to Stop B Puhinui station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S-C train and finally take the 82 bus from Stop A Te Waihorotiu Station station to Milford Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is NZ$6.66. The bus and train schedule from Auckland Airport (AKL) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lake Pupuke on the Moovit app.

101minNZ$6.66
Walk to bus station
Bus - AIRAIR
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 8282
Walk to Lake Pupuke
Leaves from Stop A International Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stop A International Airport
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - AIRAIR
    Wait for bus
    AIR
    Airport Link Via Puhinui Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop B Puhinui
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Puhinui Train Station
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S-CS-C
    Wait for train
    S-C
    Pukekohe 3 Clockwise To Newmarket 2 Via Nkt1, Ppk 3
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Te Waihorotiu Train Station 1
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stop A Te Waihorotiu Station
    110 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Mayoral Dr To Milford Via Takapuna
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Milford Rd
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lake Pupuke
    Walk to
    Lake Pupuke
    Lake Pupuke, Auckland, New Zealand
    520 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke

The distance between Auckland Airport (AKL), Takapuna Central and Lake Pupuke, Takapuna Central is approximately 40.78 km, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Takapuna Central – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke

To check the bus and train timetable from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Auckland Airport (AKL)) and destination (Lake Pupuke), 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 Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke?

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Bus line AIR, Train line S-C, Bus line 82.

  • Is there a direct bus between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Lake Pupuke?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke?

    The AIR bus line goes from Stop A International Airport station near Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South to Stop B Puhinui station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Stop B Puhinui station near Lake Pupuke in Takapuna Central.

  • How long does it take to travel from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South and Lake Pupuke in Takapuna Central by bus and train is about 1 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Auckland Airport (AKL) to get to Lake Pupuke?

    Get on the AIR bus from the Stop A International Airport stop near Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Lake Pupuke?

    Get off the bus at the Stop B Puhinui stop, which is closest to Lake Pupuke in Takapuna Central.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke?

    The ride from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lake Pupuke costs NZ$6.66.

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