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

Auckland Airport (AKL) to Swanson - Bus Timetable

The 38 bus from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Swanson runs from 00:05 to 23:50, with departures every 15 min-4 hr 45 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 30 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Auckland Airport (AKL) to Swanson by bus and train

To get from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Swanson in Auckland and Hamilton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 38 bus from Stop A International Airport station to Stop D Onehunga station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 68 bus and finally take the E-W train from New Lynn Train Station station to Swanson Train Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 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 Swanson on the Moovit app.

90minNZ$5.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3838
Bus - 6868
Train - E-WE-W
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 - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Airport To Onehunga Via Mangere Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop D Onehunga
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stop C Onehunga
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6868
    Wait for bus
    68
    Onehunga Station To New Lynn
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stop B New Lynn
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Lynn Train Station
    20 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - E-WE-W
    Wait for train
    E-W
    Manukau 1 To Swanson 1 Via Waitemata 4
  • 9
    Ride to train station Swanson Train Station
    Ride to train station
    Swanson Train Station
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Swanson

The distance between Auckland Airport (AKL), Auckland and Hamilton and Swanson, Auckland and Hamilton is approximately 41.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Swanson by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Auckland and Hamilton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Swanson

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

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 38, Bus line 68, Train line E-W.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

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

    The 38 bus line goes from Stop A International Airport station near Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South to Stop D Onehunga station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Stop D Onehunga station near Swanson in Auckland and Hamilton.

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

    The total travel time between Auckland Airport (AKL) in Mangere South and Swanson in Auckland and Hamilton by bus and train is about 1 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the 38 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 Swanson?

    Get off the bus at the Stop D Onehunga station, which is closest to Swanson in Auckland and Hamilton.

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

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

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