Transport Services
Overview
Race day nerves are all part of the package but getting to the start line doesn't have to be one of them. We recommend using the following transport services to get you to the start line and from the finish line, avoiding any delays.
There will be a number of road closures and parking restrictions in place on race-day, if you plan to utilise alternate services to the below, please consider this in your planning.
Transport Options
See transport options below for each event distance.
Early Train Service
Auckland Transport provide an early train service on race day, this service is included in your entry fee. To board, simply show your race bib to Auckland Transport staff.
Each service will arrive in Britomart by 5:30am, we do not recommend marathon athletes utilise this service at risk of missing your 6am start time.
Onehunga Train Line
| STATION | TIME |
| ONEHUNGA | 05:06 |
| TE PAPPA | 05:08 |
| PENROSE | 05:12 |
| ELLERSLIE | 05:15 |
| GREENLANE | 05:17 |
| REMUERA | 05:19 |
| NEWMARKET | 05:22 |
| BRITOMART | 05:30 |
Southern Train Line
| STATION | TIME |
| PAPAKURA | 04:36 |
| TAKANINI | 04:40 |
| TE MAHIA | 04:43 |
| MANUREWA | 04:44 |
| HOMAI | 04:48 |
| PUHINUI | 04:53 |
| PAPATOETOE | 04:55 |
| MIDDLEMORE | 04:58 |
| OTAUHU | 05:02 |
| PENROSE | 05:07 |
| ELLERSLIE | 05:09 |
| GREENLANE | 05:12 |
| REMUERA | 05:15 |
| NEWMARKET | 05:17 |
| PARNELL | 05:21 |
| BRITOMART | 05:26 |
Western Train Line
| STATION | TIME |
| SWANSON | 04:20 |
| RANUI | 04:23 |
| STURGES RD | 04:26 |
| HENDERSON | 04:28 |
| SUNNYVALE | 04:30 |
| GLEN EDEN | 04:34 |
| FRUITVALE RD | 04:36 |
| NEW LYNN | 04:39 |
| AVONDALE | 04:43 |
| MT ALBERT | 04:46 |
| BALDWIN AVE | 04:49 |
| MORNINGSIDE | 04:52 |
| KINGSLAND | 04:54 |
| MT EDEN | ------ |
| GRAFTON | 05:00 |
| NEWMARKET | 05:07 |
| PARNELL | 05:11 |
| BRITOMART | 05:16 |
Eastern Train Line
| STATION | TIME |
| MANUKAU | 04:40 |
| PUHINUI | 04:45 |
| PAPATOETOE | 04:48 |
| MIDDLEMORE | 04:50 |
| OTAHUHU | 04:52 |
The eastern train line ends at Otahuhu, change to Southern train line - departs at 05:02am.
Replacement bus early service
| STATION | TIME |
| OTHAHU | 04:20 |
| SYLVIA PARK | 04:30 |
| PANMURE | 04:38 |
| GLEN INNES | 04:45 |
| MEADOWBANK | 04:55 |
| ORAKEI | 05:05 |
| BRITOMART | 05:15 |
Full Marathon
CITY CENTRE TO START LINE
Start line ferry
The chartered ferry service is a great option for anyone travelling from south of the Harbour Bridge, Birkenhead, or Bayswater to the full marathon start line in Devonport.
This is a chartered service and tickets (athlete & spectator) must be pre-purchased through your MyEvents account. AT Hop cards cannot be used for payment.
- Athlete one way ticket - $15.00
- Spectator return ticket - $28.00 (returns to downtown)
Online transport ticket sales close 5pm 30 October 2024 and are subject to availability – we recommend you book early.
|
Depart DOWNTOWN |
4:20am |
|
Depart BIRKENHEAD |
5:00am |
|
Depart BAYSWATER |
5:15am |
|
Spectator RETURN |
6:15am |
You cannot book a specific departure time. All ferries will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We strongly advise participants to take an early service to ensure you arrive in time for your race start. It is your responsibility to arrive at the start with plenty of time to prepare for your event.
Getting to city centre
Auckland Transport services are not available earlier enough to arrive before 5:00am (time of last Ferry). Instead, we recommend to taxi, drive and use one of the city’s parking buildings, or ask an enthusiastic supporter to drop you off.
NORTH SHORE TO START LINE
Start line bus
Buses connect North Shore athletes to the full and half marathon start line in Devonport, removing the stress of finding a carpark at the start line!
This is a chartered service and tickets must be pre-purchased through your MyEvents account. AT Hop cards cannot be used for payment.
The three departure locations are:
- Albany Park & Ride - $13.00
- Constellation Park & Ride - $12.00
- Takapuna (488 Lake Rd) - $11.00
Online transport ticket sales close 5pm 30 October 2024 and are subject to availability – we recommend you book early.
|
Depart ALBANY |
4:40am 4:50am 5:05am |
|
Depart CONSTELLATION |
4:45am |
|
Depart TAKAPUNA |
5:05am |
You cannot book a specific departure time. All buses will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We strongly advise participants to take an early service to ensure you arrive in time for your race start. It is your responsibility to arrive at the start with plenty of time to prepare for your event.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT SERVICES INCLUDED
There are no chartered transport services post-event. Instead, athletes can travel on all regular Auckland Transport (AT) train and bus services city-wide. Access to these services is INCLUDED in all athlete's entry fees, simply show your race bib to use any service in line with the AT public transport schedules (ferries are not included).
Included travel is available on 3 November 2024 from the start of daily services until 4pm on race-day. Due to rail network rebuild works, buses will replace trains on the Eastern train line between Manukau and Britomart, and on the Southern line Otahuhu to Papakura.
Visit at.govt/events for more info.
Some regular AT services will be disrupted by the event. The Victoria Park bus stop located on Fanshawe St will be closed – please use the Victoria St West bus stop instead. Plan your journey in advance with AT Journey Planner (services will be updated 2-3 weeks out from the event).
Half Marathon
CITY CENTRE TO START LINE
Start line ferry
The chartered ferry service is a great option for anyone travelling from south of the Harbour Bridge, Birkenhead, or Bayswater to the half marathon start line in Devonport.
This is a chartered service and tickets (athlete & spectator) must be pre-purchased through your MyEvents account. AT Hop cards cannot be used for payment.
- Athlete one way ticket - $15.00
- Spectator return ticket - $28.00 (returns to downtown)
Online transport ticket sales close 5pm 30 October 2024 and are subject to availability – we recommend you book early.
|
Depart DOWNTOWN |
4:20am 4:30am 4:35am 4:40am 5:00am 5:20am 5:35am 5:45am 5:50am 6:05am 6:10am |
|
Depart BIRKENHEAD |
5:00am |
|
Depart BAYSWATER |
5:15am |
|
Spectator RETURN |
6:15am |
You cannot book a specific departure time. All ferries will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We strongly advise participants to take an early service to ensure you arrive in time for your race start. It is your responsibility to arrive at the start with plenty of time to prepare for your event.
Getting to city centre
The following train services will be available and INCLUDED in your entry fee. Outside of these, please taxi, or drive and use one of the city’s parking buildings. All other standard Auckland Transport services into downtown Auckland City are not available this early on race-day.
Early morning train schedule
All special early services will arrive to Britomart before 5:30am. A full schedule, can be found above.
Included rail lines:
- Southern line (from Otahuhu)
- Western line
- Onehunga line
Due to rail network rebuild works, the Eastern line is not available for this special early morning train service. The Southern line will be closed from Otahuhu to Papakura, the special early train service on the Southern line will start from Otahuhu.
NORTH SHORE TO START LINE
Start line bus
Buses connect North Shore athletes to the full and half marathon start line in Devonport, removing the stress of finding a carpark at the start line!
This is a chartered service and tickets must be pre-purchased through your MyEvents account. AT Hop cards cannot be used for payment.
The three departure locations are:
- Albany Park & Ride - $13.00
- Constellation Park & Ride - $12.00
- Takapuna (488 Lake Rd) - $11.00
Online transport ticket sales close 5pm 30 October 2024 and are subject to availability – we recommend you book early.
|
Depart ALBANY |
4:40am 4:50am 5:05am 5:20am 5:35am |
|
Depart CONSTELLATION |
4:45am |
|
Depart TAKAPUNA |
5:05am |
You cannot book a specific departure time. All buses will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We strongly advise participants to take an early service to ensure you arrive in time for your race start. It is your responsibility to arrive at the start with plenty of time to prepare for your event.
HALF Marathon Transport Map (PDF)
PUBLIC TRANSPORT SERVICES INCLUDED
There are no chartered transport services post-event. Instead, athletes can travel on all regular Auckland Transport (AT) train and bus services city-wide. Access to these services is INCLUDED in all athlete's entry fees, simply show your race bib to use any service in line with the AT public transport schedules (ferries are not included)
Included travel is available on 3 November 2024 from the start of daily services until 4pm on race-day. Due to rail network rebuild works, buses will replace trains on the Eastern train line between Manukau and Britomart, and on the Southern line Otahuhu to Papakura.
Visit at.govt/events for more info.
Some regular AT services will be disrupted by the event. The Victoria Park bus stop located on Fanshawe St will be closed – please use the Victoria St West bus stop instead. Plan your journey in advance with AT Journey Planner (services will be updated 2-3 weeks out from the event).
11km Traverse
CITY CENTRE & NORTH SHORE TO START LINE
Start line bus
A bus service is available from three locations to the 11km Traverse start line at Smales Farm.
This is a chartered service and tickets must be pre-purchased through your MyEvents account. AT Hop cards cannot be used for payment.
The three departure locations are:
- Fanshawe St (Victoria St bus stop) - $11.00
- Albany Park & Ride - $12.00
- Constellation Park & Ride - $11.00
Online transport ticket sales close 5pm 30 October 2024 and are subject to availability – we recommend you book early.
|
Depart FANSHAWE ST |
7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:00am 8:10am 8:20am |
|
Depart ALBANY |
7:30am |
|
Depart CONSTELLATION |
7:45am |
You cannot book a specific departure time. All buses will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We strongly advise participants to take an early service to ensure you arrive in time for your race start. It is your responsibility to arrive at the start with plenty of time to prepare for your event.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT SERVICES INCLUDED
There are no chartered transport services post-event. Instead, athletes can travel on all regular Auckland Transport (AT) train and bus services city-wide. Access to these services is INCLUDED in all athlete's entry fees, simply show your race bib to use any service in line with the AT public transport schedules (ferries are not included)
Included travel is available on 3 November 2024 from the start of daily services until 4pm on race-day. Due to rail network rebuild works, buses will replace trains on the Eastern train line between Manukau and Britomart, and on the Southern line Otahuhu to Papakura.
Visit at.govt/events for more info.
Some regular AT services will be disrupted by the event. The Smales Farm station will be closed until 11.30am on race day, regular services will use an alternate stop on Taharoto Road.
Plan your journey in advance with AT Journey Planner (services will be updated 2-3 weeks out from the event).
PUBLIC TRANSPORT SERVICES INCLUDED
There are no chartered transport services post-event. Instead, athletes can travel on all regular Auckland Transport (AT) train and bus services city-wide. Access to these services is INCLUDED in all athlete's entry fees, simply show your race bib to use any service in line with the AT public transport schedules (ferries are not included)
Included travel is available on 3 November 2024 from the start of daily services until 4pm on race-day. Due to rail network rebuild works, buses will replace trains on the Eastern train line between Manukau and Britomart, and on the Southern line Otahuhu to Papakura.
Visit at.govt/events for more info.
Some regular AT services will be disrupted by the event. The Victoria Park bus stop located on Fanshawe St will be closed – please use the Victoria St West bus stop instead. Plan your journey in advance with AT Journey Planner (services will be updated 2-3 weeks out from the event).
5km / Kids Marathon
PUBLIC TRANSPORT SERVICES INCLUDED
There are no chartered transport services for the 5km and Barfoot & Thompson Kids Marathon. Instead, athletes can travel on all regular Auckland Transport (AT) train and bus services city-wide. Access to these services is INCLUDED in all athlete's entry fees, simply show your race bib to use any service in line with the AT public transport schedules (ferries are not included).
Included travel is available on 3 November 2024 from the start of daily services until 4pm on race-day. Due to rail network rebuild works, buses will replace trains on the Eastern train line between Manukau and Britomart, and on the Southern line Otahuhu to Papakura.
Visit at.govt/events for more info.
Some regular AT services will be disrupted by the event. The Victoria Park bus stop located on Fanshawe St will be closed – please use the Victoria St West bus stop instead. Plan your journey in advance with AT Journey Planner (services will be updated 2-3 weeks out from the event).
