Wellington Airport → Island Bay: about 42 min, on line AX, 32x, 3, with 1 transfer, plus about 4 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line AX towards Wellington Station - Stop E: board at Wellington International Airport, alight at Courtenay Place at St James Theatre — 4 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line 32x towards Houghton Bay - The Esplanade (near 86): board at Courtenay Place at Courtenay Central, alight at The Parade (near 103) — 9 stops, 19 min ride.
- Line 3 towards Wellington Station - Stop E: board at Kilbirnie - Stop C, alight at Wellington Hospital - Stop B — 9 stops, 10 min ride.
- Line 1 towards Island Bay - Reef Street opposite Shorland Park: board at Wellington Hospital - Stop A, alight at The Parade (near 103) — 10 stops, 12 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Wellington Airport
The city's airport in Rongotai, served by the Airport Express bus.
Island Bay
A seaside suburb on the south coast, with a marine reserve and the Island Bay village.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Wellington Airport to Island Bay?
A typical trip takes about 42 minutes, of which roughly 4 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Wellington Airport to Island Bay?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is AX + 32x, with 1 transfers.
From Wellington Airport onward
