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The train service in Auckland is somewhat limited but is still quite decent. Trains are generally clean, cheap and usually on time; however, they are not very frequent and you would need to refer to a timetable to figure out your agenda/route. In recent years, the train service has improved mainly due to increased investment in train carriages and the upgrading of many of the 36 train stations.

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Metro

The train service in Auckland is somewhat limited but is still quite decent. Trains are generally clean, cheap and usually on time; however, they are not very frequent and you would need to refer to a timetable to figure out your agenda/route. In recent years, the train service has improved mainly due to increased investment in train carriages and the upgrading of many of the 36 train stations.

Auckland has 3 train routes and train services generally run every hour. One train goes westward and two go southwards. The three lines are: the Eastern, Southern and Western Lines. Another train service is the Veolia Transport. For further information contact Maxx (tel. 09/366-6400;) for details and schedules.

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Buses

Auckland’s public transportation system isn’t the greatest; however, they offer sufficient bus and train services to get you around the city. An interesting mode of transportation available for shoppers, is the City Circuit Red Bus. This bus service, which is free, goes around the inner city area of Auckland in continuous 10 minute loops. This service is available for shoppers and visitors to hop on and off of 7 days a week from 8AM until 6AM.

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Taxi

Traffic can get quite congested on the roads in Auckland but since public transportation isn’t as expansive and frequent as some other cities, tourist and locals are forced to use the reliable taxi services. Rates for taxi services range are decent. Taxis can be flagged down, ordered by phone, or picked up at taxi stands. For further information, call Auckland Taxi Co-Op (tel. 09/300-3000) or Corporate Cabs (tel. 09/631-1111).

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Car for hire

Auckland’s highways tend to get cramped and crowded during peak times, especially the Northern and Southern lines and it is generally recommended to avoid driving between 7AM and 9AM, and from 5PM to 7PM. Another downside with renting a car is that parking is a problem in central Auckland. To find parking, it is recommended to look around the Beach Road area, which costs around NZ$8 for 12 hours. Other public parking locations can be expensive. There is also metered parking available on streets but be careful to check when you get charged. Since there are a few tourist dedicated means of transportation, such as the Explorer, The Link, and the City Circuit buses, it is recommended to explore the city without a car. Also, one can take in far more of the city on foot and via public transport. Auckland Car Rentals Jucy Car Rental A2B Rentals Budget Rent a Car: Apex Rentals

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