The fastest way from North Shore Hospital to Papakura takes about 86 min, on line NX1, 24R, S-C, with 2 transfers; walking adds about 20 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line NX1 towards Stop B Lower Albert: board at Stop A Smales Farm, alight at Customs Street West — 3 stops, 10 min ride.
- Line 24R towards Stop B New Lynn: board at Graham Street, alight at SkyCity Auckland — 2 stops, 1 min ride.
- Line S-C towards Pukekohe Train Station 3: board at Te Waihorotiu Train Station 2, alight at Papakura Train Station 1 — 16 stops, 53 min ride.
- Line NX2 towards Stop E Auckland Universities: board at Stop A Smales Farm, alight at Stop B Te Waihorotiu Station — 5 stops, 17 min ride.
About the origin and destination
North Shore Hospital
The main hospital for the North Shore, in Takapuna near Smales Farm Station.
Papakura
A southern town centre where the Southern Line connects to buses for the rural south.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from North Shore Hospital to Papakura?
A typical trip takes about 86 minutes, of which roughly 20 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from North Shore Hospital to Papakura?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is NX1 + 24R + S-C, with 2 transfers.
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