How to get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland by bus and train?

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland - Bus Timetable

The AIR bus from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10 min-3 hr 50 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 16 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland by bus and train

To get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland in Auckland Harbourside, take the AIR bus from Stop A International Airport station to Stop B Puhinui station. Next, take the S-C train from Puhinui Train Station station to Waitemata Train Station 1 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is NZ$5.40. The bus and train schedule from Auckland Airport (AKL) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ports of Auckland on the Moovit app.

76minNZ$5.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - AIRAIR
Train - S-CS-C
Walk to Ports of Auckland
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
    Waitemata Train Station 1
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ports of Auckland
    Walk to
    Ports of Auckland
    1.1 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland

The distance between Auckland Airport (AKL), Auckland Harbourside and Ports of Auckland, Auckland Harbourside is approximately 30.39 km, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Auckland Harbourside – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland

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

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line AIR, Train line S-C.

  • Is there a direct bus between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Ports of Auckland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland?

    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 train line till Stop B Puhinui station near Ports of Auckland in Auckland Harbourside.

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

    The total travel time between Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South and Ports of Auckland in Auckland Harbourside by bus and train is about 1 hr 16 min.

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

    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 Ports of Auckland?

    Get off the bus at the Stop B Puhinui station, which is closest to Ports of Auckland in Auckland Harbourside.

  • How much is the bus fare from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland?

    The ride from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Ports of Auckland costs NZ$5.40.

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