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How to get from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach by bus?

From Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach by bus

To get from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach in Auckland and Hamilton, take the 11T bus from Auckland Zoo station to Albert Street/Wolfe Street station. Next, take the MEX bus from Customs Street East station to Snells Beach Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is NZ$23.95. The bus schedule from Auckland Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Snells Beach on the Moovit app.

109minNZ$23.95
Bus - 11T11T
Bus - MEXMEX
Walk to Snells Beach
Leaves from Auckland Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Auckland Zoo
  • 2
    Bus - 11T11T
    Wait for bus
    11T
    Northwest To City Centre Via Triangle Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Albert Street/Wolfe Street
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Customs Street East
    380 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - MEXMEX
    Wait for bus
    MEX
    Parnell To Snells Beach
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Snells Beach Road
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to Snells Beach
    Walk to
    Snells Beach
    Mahurangi East Road
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach by bus via 18 and MEX

To get from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach in Auckland and Hamilton, take the 18 bus from Auckland Zoo station to Albert Street/Wolfe Street station. Next, take the MEX bus from Customs Street East station to Snells Beach Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is NZ$23.95. The bus schedule from Auckland Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Snells Beach on the Moovit app.

114minNZ$23.95
Bus - 1818
Bus - MEXMEX
Walk to Snells Beach
Leaves from Auckland Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Auckland Zoo
  • 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
    Albert Street/Wolfe Street
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Customs Street East
    380 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - MEXMEX
    Wait for bus
    MEX
    Parnell To Snells Beach
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Snells Beach Road
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to Snells Beach
    Walk to
    Snells Beach
    Mahurangi East Road
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach

The distance between Auckland Zoo, Auckland and Hamilton and Snells Beach, Auckland and Hamilton is approximately 77.96 km, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Auckland and Hamilton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach

To check the bus schedule from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Auckland Zoo) and destination (Snells Beach), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Alternative route from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach by bus via 18 and MEX

To get from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach in Auckland and Hamilton, take the 18 bus from Auckland Zoo station to Albert Street/Wolfe Street station. Next, take the MEX bus from Customs Street East station to Snells Beach Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is NZ$23.95. The bus schedule from Auckland Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Snells Beach on the Moovit app.

114minNZ$23.95
Bus - 1818
Bus - MEXMEX
Walk to Snells Beach
Leaves from Auckland Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Auckland Zoo
  • 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
    Albert Street/Wolfe Street
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Customs Street East
    380 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - MEXMEX
    Wait for bus
    MEX
    Parnell To Snells Beach
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Snells Beach Road
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to Snells Beach
    Walk to
    Snells Beach
    Mahurangi East Road
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach?

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Bus line 11T, Bus line MEX.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach?

    The alternative route takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 18, Bus line MEX.

  • Is there a direct bus between Auckland Zoo and Snells Beach?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach?

    The 11T bus line goes from Northwest To City Centre Via Triangle Rd station near Auckland Zoo in Surrey Crescent to Albert Street/Wolfe Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Albert Street/Wolfe Street station near Snells Beach in Auckland and Hamilton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach by bus?

    The total travel time between Auckland Zoo in Surrey Crescent and Snells Beach in Auckland and Hamilton by bus is about 1 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Auckland Zoo to get to Snells Beach?

    Get on the 11T bus from the Northwest To City Centre Via Triangle Rd stop near Auckland Zoo in Surrey Crescent.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Auckland Zoo and Snells Beach?

    Get off the bus at the Albert Street/Wolfe Street stop, which is closest to Snells Beach in Auckland and Hamilton.

  • How much is the bus fare from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach?

    The ride from Auckland Zoo to Snells Beach costs NZ$23.95.