Getting around the city: Your public transport guide

With lots to do and see in the city, and with the new City Rail Link opening it’s helpful to know how to travel around and explore. We have created your ultimate guide on the best ways to get around on public transport - it's cheaper and easier than you think!

The AT Journey Planner or AT Mobile app
We recommend you plan your trip using the AT Journey Planner or the AT Mobile app in order to find the best route possible, as well as the most recent updates on bus and train services in real time.

What's the deal?

Kids travel free on weekends

All kids ages 5-15 with a registered AT Hop card travel free of charge on buses and trains on weekends and public holidays. Children under 5 travel free all days of the week when accompanied by a fare paying passenger.

Catching multiple modes in one trip? Only pay for one fare.

Make the most of the fare system and can transfer between AT bus, train and most ferries and pay just one fare for your entire journey with your AT HOP card. Check all fares here

7-Day fare cap

Ride with your HOP card to enjoy unlimited travel on AT buses, trains and inner-harbour ferries for no more than $50 a week. Terms apply.

The City Rail Link

Meet in the city and explore with ease

Auckland's City Rail Link has unlocked a faster, more connected city centre, making it easier than ever to travel between Karangahape Road, Te Waihorotiu and Waitemata, and discover everything in between.

With trains running every few minutes and improved connections across Auckland, catching up over dinner, seeing a show, shopping, or exploring somewhere new has never been simpler. Wherever you're coming from, more of the city is now within reach.

Explore how you can make a day of it