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Because all of the city's public transport vehicles are interconnected, it is very convenient to get to Auckland Airport from either directly or indirectly from the city center. There is a single pass ticket that covers all vehicles such as buses, taxis, shuttles, ferryboats, and trams.

You will definitely find a bus stop wherever you are in the city center. Some buses go directly to the airport. For some you need to transfer. Airbus Express buses depart from the Downtown Ferry Terminal next to the Britomart Transit Center on Quay Street.

It's easy to get to Britomart by bus, train or ferry, so catching up the Airbus Express bus which will take you to the airport would be very easy. If you are staying in a city center hotel or hostel, taking Airbus Express buses going directly to the airport passing through Queen Street will save you time.

There is also a stop at the Mt Eden Train Station on the west side of the express buses. Many of the buses depart from the city bus terminal on Britomart Square, which is very close to the port, east of Customs Street. For more information about city buses, you can get help from the bus office at 131 Hobson Street.

You can see the signs “midtown” or “downtown” on the buses coming from outside of the city to Auckland city center. Buses with “downtown” sign goes to Auckland city center. “Midtown” buses, on the other hand, lead to the intersection of Victoria and Queen Streets in the heart of Auckland. There are many bus stops at this intersection. Bus numbers 635, 645 and 655 going to Parnell via Domain depart from the 3rd floor of the city center bus terminal. The bus number 302 to One Tree Hill, one of Auckland's most visited places, departs from Victoria Street E.

If you aim to travel in Auckland accompanied by a lush view, you can easily get to Mound Aden by taking one of the buses 274/275 departing from Customs Street E. The name of the long road going through Auckland Harbor is Tamaki Road. At the end of this road is the famous Kelly Tarlton Aquarium. Buses 72, 73, 74, 75 and 76, which depart from the first stop of the terminal, go to Mission Bay.

You can take bus number 045 to get to Western Springs via North Western Highway, where Auckland's famous and largest zoo is located. It is also very easy to get to the city center from the airport by bus number 375, which rides between Botany and Mangere city center. You can transfer within this route if you take the bus number 380 which goes directly to the airport. It takes about 25-40 minutes to reach the airport by bus from Manukau station and the ticket costs 5 dollars.

A single ticket for a 30 minute trip from Onehunga to the airport is 4 dollars. Long distance buses operated by Newmans and Intercity depart from the Sky City bus terminal on Hobson Street. Other domestic companies such as Northliner Express use the city center airport terminal at 86 Quay Street.

In addition, the double-decker City-Village Loop buses, which provide free public transportation for shoppers, link Sky City to the Viaduct Basin and ferryboats. Instead of buying individual tickets for boarding all these buses, you can save money by buying an Auckland pass. These pass tickets that are valid after 9 am on weekdays are 7 dollars. Family passes on the other hand, cost 14 dollars. It is more convenient than the sightseeing buses for tourists which cost 20 dollars.

The red hybrid buses called City Circuit Free Bus are another mean of free transportation. You can quickly get to many points in city with these buses that take off every 10 minutes on weekdays between 8 am and 6 pm.

Train

Trains that are linked to all public transport in Auckland can be considered as a transit center for passengers. Auckland Railway Station is not too crowded, so you can take a day trip to other cities. The Ovarlander at 8.30 am, Northerner-Wellington at 8.40 am and the Geyserland-Rotorua train at 8.04 am are the most crowded train services. You can make a reservation for Traz Rail between 7 am and 9 pm. You have to pay a fee of 1 dollar to leave your stuff in the station for a few hours.

Super Shuttle and Taxi

Super shuttle and taxi services provide door to door access to Auckland Airport from every corner of the city. You would pay about 35-40 dollars for going to the airport from the city center. Taxi fares increase by 10 dollars on weekends and evenings. Shuttle fees are usually 10-12 dollars per person.

Car Rental

You can rent a motorcycle from one of the major companies such as New Zealand Motorcyle Rentals at reasonable prices. If you plan to stay longer in Auckland, you buy a second hand car instead of renting a car. A car market is held every Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm on Beach Road across the Chinese market. You can also find an affordable second hand car at Auckland Car Fair established on Sunday mornings in Ellerslie Racecourse.

Airport Information

Auckland International Airport, approximately 25 kilometers south of the city center, is located in the Mangere county of Auckland. Auckland Airport, which has three separate terminals, is one of New Zealand's busiest and largest airports. You will be asked to pay 20 dollars to the Bank of New Zealand office while leaving the country.

Auckland Airport, which has a total of three terminals including the Jean Batt International Terminal serving to international flights, the terminal serving to domestic flights of New Zealand Airlines and Anselt New Zealand Terminal, provides entertainment and recreational facilities for its passengers.

Retail stores where you can buy New Zealand's famous kiwi wine, New Zealand cheese and Maori souvenirs, many cafés and restaurants, free Wi-Fi, health services, smoking areas, free shower areas can be found at the airport.

You can Visitor can book a hotel or hostel and get extra information about transportation at the information center at the international terminal. There is also a duty free store where you can find things like jewelry, perfume and alcohol at more affordable prices.

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and is situated at the tip of Lake Zurich. The city is divided in two by the Limmat River, which is a outlet of Lake Zurich. The city’s main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof, is the focal point of the public transportation network. Every tram, train, and bus line passes through this area, providing transportation to various parts of the city and its surrounding areas. The public transportation system in Zurich is the Zürcher Verkehrsverbund (ZVV). Public transportation vehicles in Zurich are very clean, reliable and comfortable. The prices are very reasonable and every vehicle is extremely punctual. While trains provide transportation within the city, and access to neighboring cities, the most preferred means transportation in the city are buses and trams.

The public transportation network also operates after midnight. This service is called the night supplement. You need to purchase a night supplement ticket, in addition to your regular ZVV network ticket. Tickets can be purchased from ticket machines, sales offices, or by SMS.   

The ZürichCARD is a fare payment system for all public transit in the city. It is an ideal option for tourists looking to explore the city during their stay. Purchasing a Zurich card to use during your stay ends up being more affordable. You have the option of purchasing a ticket that is valid for 24-hours or 72-hours. These tickets also offer free entry to museums in Zurich, a 10-20% discount in participating stores, and discounts on city tours and various cultural activities.

Zurich Airport is the largest and busiest airport in the country. The airport is located 13 km from the city center, a 12 minute ride by rail. If you plan on getting to the city center by public transportation you can purchase a ticket after you land, which will be valid for 1 hour. Passengers under the age of 16 receive a discount on tickets. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult and ride for free. Passengers under the age of 25 can purchase a multi-day pass, which is more affordable.

Train

The easiest way to get to the city center from the airport is by train. The train station is located at the airport, on Level -2, next to the shopping mall. The train runs every 12 minutes and provides transportation to the main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof. The total trip from the airport to the main station takes 12 minutes. The main railway station is located in the city center. The public transportation system in the city is incredibly punctual, so keep in mind that the train will depart on time.

Zurich Hauptbahnhof is a major station with dense passenger traffic. Trains departing from this station provide transportation within the city as well as transportation to other cities in Switzerland and neighboring countries such as France and Germany. The railway station also contains a shopping center, the ShopVille mall, located beneath it. Other areas that regional trains travel to include the Glattbrugg Railway Station, Regensdorf Railway Station, Schlieren Railway Station, Waldburg, Wollishofen and Uetliberg.

Bus

Another way to get to the city center from the airport is by bus. The bus network in the city is very comprehensive and convenient. Buses depart from the Airport Centre and provide transportation to the main railway station. From there you can access every part of the city using different public transportation alternatives. Buses are also very punctual and depart on time under normal circumstance but visitors should expect delays when it snows.

Tram

The tram is the second largest transport network in the city, after buses. There are 10 tram lines that provide transportation within the city. These lines all gather around the city center and operate from the city center to the outskirts of the city. However, since the tram network isn’t as comprehensive as the bus network you can’t access every part of the city by tram. Once you get off the tram you always have the option of transferring to a bus or train.   

Taking the tram to the city center is quite convenient. Tram Line 10 provides transportation from the airport to the main railway station located in the city center. The tram departs from the Airport Centre, which is located on Level -2. The tram runs every 7 ½ to 15 minutes.

Tram Line 2 operates between Farbhof and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 3 operates between Albisrieden and Kluspla, tram Line 4 operates between Werdhölzli and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 5 operates between Enge Railway Station and the zoo, tram Line 7 operates between Wollishofen and Stettbach Railway Station, tram Line 9 operates between Triemli and Hirzenbach, tram Line 10 operates between Seebach and the Main Railway Station, tram Line 11 operates between Oerlikon Railway Station and Rehalp, tram Line 13 operates between Albisgütli and Frankental, and tram Line 14 operates between Tremli and Seebach.

Taxi

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. However, taxis are more expensive than public transportation options and offer the same level of comfort. Public transportation vehicles provide quality service at an affordable price so paying extra for a taxi can be unnecessary.

Rental Car

If you don’t want to use public transportation vehicles, then renting a car is another transportation alternative. You can rent a car from the Airport Center, located on level 1, and return your vehicle to the Rental Car Return area at the end of your trip, if you are flying out of Zurich Airport. You can also book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Rental car companies located at the airport that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National, and Sixt.