Ponsonby → Smales Farm Station: about 33 min, on line 866, 20, NX2, with no transfers, plus about 14 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 866 towards Stop D Albany Bus Station: board at Ponsonby Road/Picton Street, alight at Stop B Smales Farm — 6 stops, 19 min ride.
- Line 20 towards Wynyard Quarter: board at All Saints Anglican Church, alight at Fanshawe Street — 4 stops, 8 min ride.
- Line NX2 towards Stop C Albany Bus Station: board at Fanshawe Street/Victoria Park, alight at Stop B Smales Farm — 2 stops, 8 min ride.
- Line OUT towards Stop C Westfield Newmarket: board at Three Lamps, alight at Victoria Park Market — 3 stops, 5 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Ponsonby
A fashionable inner suburb along Ponsonby Road, known for cafés, restaurants and restored villas.
Smales Farm Station
A Northern Busway station next to Westlake Girls High School and the business park.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Ponsonby to Smales Farm Station?
A typical trip takes about 33 minutes, of which roughly 14 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Ponsonby to Smales Farm Station?
There is a direct connection — line 866, no transfers.
