Getting around Auckland without a car

Practical, honest guides to buses, trains, ferries, cycling, walking, and carshare in Tāmaki Makaurau.

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Intro to Public Transport

Getting started with Auckland's public transport — modes, how to pay and more

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Buses

How to use Auckland's bus network — routes, fares and the AT HOP card

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Trains

Auckland's rail network — the Southern, Eastern, Western lines and busways

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Ferries

Waitemata Harbour ferry services — Devonport, Waiheke, Gulf Harbour and more

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Walking & Cycling

Auckland's walking and cycling routes — paths, safety and where to hire a bike

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Carshare & Rideshare

When you occasionally need a car — carshare, rideshare and taxis in Auckland

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Inter-regional Buses & Trains

How to get out of Auckland without a car — intercity buses, Te Huia and more

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Destinations

Guides to help you have fun days out, get to events and explore Auckland more

Station Guides

We've put together a neighbourhood guide for each of Auckland's rail and busway stations, including the brand new City Rail Link stations. We'll help you find the best shopping, foodie spots, cheap eats, activities and community facilities near each Auckland station. This will make getting out and exploring our growing Rapid Transit network easy. Looking for a new weekend brunch spot, a new bar for beers with the mates, or a new playground to explore during school holidays? We've got you sorted.

⚠️ City Rail Link stations — opening late 2025

Why one less car?

Auckland has been built around the car for decades — but that's changing. More Aucklanders than ever are choosing to get around without owning a vehicle, whether that's for financial reasons, environmental ones, health, or simply because it turns out to be easier than expected.

This site isn't here to lecture anyone. It's a practical resource: what are your real options for getting from A to B in Auckland without a car? What works, what doesn't, and what do you need to know?

💡 New to car-free living? Start with the Public Transport page — getting an AT HOP card is the single most useful first step.

Who is this site for?

Whether you're thinking about giving up a car, you've just moved to Auckland and don't own one yet, or you're simply curious about what's possible — this site is for you. The guides here are written for regular people, not transport planners.

About the site

One Less Car Auckland is a community project with no commercial interests. Information is kept as up to date as possible, but always check the Auckland Transport website for current timetables and fares.

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