Does Auckland have good public transport?

Auckland’s public transport is a great way to get around. It’s easy to travel by train, bus or ferry throughout the inner city and the wider region, with regular routes to most major attractions and our main shopping, dining and entertainment precincts.

Why does Auckland have such bad traffic?

For a number of reasons, Auckland has the worst traffic congestion of any New Zealand city. The narrow isthmus limits the number of paths for roads to follow and results in bottlenecks such as the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Why we should promote public transport?

Public transportation can convey many more people in much less space than individual automobiles, which helps to keep traffic congestion lower, which in turn reduces air pollution from idling vehicles, and helps riders avoid the stress that comes from daily driving in highly congested areas.

Is there a train in Auckland?

Train services Train services Trains are a great way to travel around Auckland with 41 stations across four lines: Southern, Eastern, Western and Onehunga. Here you’ll find information regarding where trains go, fare information, train-riding etiquette, safety tips and much more.

What new Auckland transport project has been announced?

ATAP will ensure Auckland has a transport system that encourages more people to use public transport, to walk and to cycle, addresses congestion, increases accessibility, reduces negative impacts on the environment and sees a reduction in deaths and serious injuries on our roads.

What would improve public transport for you in your area?

4 Ways to Improve Public Transport (With Input From the Public)

• Improve bus frequency. First and foremost, riders want buses to arrive more frequently.
• Improve bus ticketing systems.
• Increase passenger comfort and safety.
• Reduce bus emissions and GHGs.

What is the best way to travel around New Zealand?

Undoubtedly, one of the best ways to get around in New Zealand is via road and enjoying some of the most beautiful road trips in the world. Self-drive a rental car or motorhome on one of our recommended trips, or take a bus or coach if you want to let someone else do the driving.

What does the new network mean for Auckland public transport?

The New Network is the biggest change to happen to the whole of Auckland’s public transport in its history. It fundamentally changes the way bus services operate, providing greater access around Auckland for more people, at more times of the day, more often. The New Network is based on 3 principles: frequency, connectivity, and simplicity.

Who is most disadvantaged in Auckland’s public transport system?

The report concludes that of all the population groups investigated, people on low-incomes are the most uniformly disadvantaged group in Auckland’s transport system and that, above all other factors, income inequality is the biggest indicator someone will face transport poverty and disadvantage.

How do I pay for public transport in Auckland?

To pay for most public transport in Auckland you’ll either need cash or the AT HOP card. Fares are determined by stage zones, which is based on the distance of travel. The more stage zones you travel through the higher the fare. For buses, this is approximately every four kilometres.

What is the Auckland Transport Alignment project?

In April 2018, Auckland Council and the Government confirmed the Auckland Transport Alignment Project (ATAP): the largest ever transport infrastructure investment package in Auckland’s history, representing $28 billion over 10 years.