The fastest way from Auckland Airport to Browns Bay takes about 108 min, on line AIR, S-C, NX2, with 3 transfers; walking adds about 5 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line AIR towards Bay 8 Manukau Bus Station: board at Stop A International Airport, alight at Stop B Puhinui — 5 stops, 19 min ride.
- Line S-C towards Newmarket Train Station 2: board at Puhinui Train Station 1, alight at Te Waihorotiu Train Station 1 — 11 stops, 34 min ride.
- Line NX2 towards Stop C Albany Bus Station: board at Stop A Te Waihorotiu Station, alight at Stop B Smales Farm — 5 stops, 18 min ride.
- Line 856 towards Stop C Albany Bus Station: board at Stop C Smales Farm, alight at Browns Bay Shops — 33 stops, 21 min ride.
- Line 83 towards Massey University: board at Stop B Smales Farm, alight at Browns Bay Shops — 22 stops, 20 min ride.
- Line E-W towards Swanson Train Station 1: board at Puhinui Train Station 1, alight at Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2 — 10 stops, 37 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Auckland Airport
New Zealand's largest airport, served by the AirportLink bus from Puhinui Station.
Browns Bay
A seaside suburb on the East Coast Bays, with a beach, cafés and a village centre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Auckland Airport to Browns Bay?
A typical trip takes about 108 minutes, of which roughly 5 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Auckland Airport to Browns Bay?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is AIR + S-C + NX2 + 856, with 3 transfers.
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