Getting from Porirua Station to Newtown takes about 52 min by public transport, on line KPL, 3, 29, with 1 transfer, with about 7 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line KPL towards Wellington Station: board at Porirua Station, alight at Wellington Station — 6 stops, 21 min ride.
- Line 3 towards Lyall Bay - Hungerford Road (near 2): board at Wellington Station - Stop A, alight at Riddiford Street at Newtown Shops (near 157) — 15 stops, 22 min ride.
- Line 29 towards Brooklyn - Stop B: board at Wellington Station - Stop A, alight at Riddiford Street at Newtown Shops (near 157) — 13 stops, 21 min ride.
- Line 60 towards Johnsonville - Stop B: board at Lyttelton Avenue (opposite New World), alight at Johnsonville - Stop B — 26 stops, 25 min ride.
- Line 1 towards Island Bay - Reef Street opposite Shorland Park: board at Johnsonville - Stop B, alight at Rintoul Street at Newtown Shops — 23 stops, 42 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Porirua Station
A Kapiti Line station and bus interchange next to North City shopping centre.
Newtown
A diverse southern suburb with Wellington Hospital, the zoo and a lively main street.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Porirua Station to Newtown?
A typical trip takes about 52 minutes, of which roughly 7 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Porirua Station to Newtown?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is KPL + 3, with 1 transfers.
From Porirua Station onward
