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How to get from Ellis Avenue to Karaka by bus and train?

From Ellis Avenue to Karaka by bus and train

To get from Ellis Avenue to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 253 bus from Ellis Avenue station to The Civic 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 53 min. The ride fare is NZ$11.85. The bus and train schedule from Ellis Avenue may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Karaka on the Moovit app.

173minNZ$11.85
Bus - 253253
Train - S-CS-C
Bus - 379379
Walk to Karaka
Leaves from Ellis Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ellis Avenue
  • 2
    Bus - 253253
    Wait for bus
    253
    Blockhouse Bay To Civic Centre Via Dominion Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Civic
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2
    320 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - S-CS-C
    Wait for train
    S-C
    Waitemata 4 Anti Clockwise To Pukekohe 2 Via Nkt 4, Ppk 1
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Papakura Train Station
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Papakura Station
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 379379
    Wait for bus
    379
    Papakura To Clarks Beach
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fortland Park
    16 min
  • 10
    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 Ellis Avenue to Karaka

The distance between Ellis Avenue, Whangapouri Creek and Karaka, Whangapouri Creek is approximately 49.59 km, which can typically be travelled in 173 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ellis Avenue 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 Ellis Avenue to Karaka

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

    The fastest way takes 173 minutes, using Bus line 253, Train line S-C, Bus line 379.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ellis Avenue and Karaka?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ellis Avenue to Karaka?

    The 253 bus line goes from The Civic station near Ellis Avenue in Lynfield North to Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2 station near Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ellis Avenue to Karaka by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ellis Avenue in Lynfield North and Karaka in Whangapouri Creek by bus and train is about 2 hr 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ellis Avenue to get to Karaka?

    Get on the 253 bus from the The Civic stop near Ellis Avenue in Lynfield North.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ellis Avenue and Karaka?

    Get off the bus at the Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2 stop, which is closest to Karaka in Whangapouri Creek.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Ellis Avenue to Karaka?

    The ride from Ellis Avenue to Karaka costs NZ$11.85.

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