Onehunga Train Station

The Auckland-Onehunga railway line, the first Government-owned rail line in New Zealand, opened on 20 December 1873. The journey between the two termini took 45 minutes and a ticket cost one shilling. Initially, all travel from Auckland to Wellington went via boat from Onehunga, so this line was an important route. However, the section going up to the wharf was closed in 1927 and passenger trains to Auckland ceased in 1950, although commuter shuttles to Penrose continued until 1973. The original station building was relocated to 38 Alfred Street, where it now houses the Rail Enthusiasts Society. The current station was built for the reopening of the railway in 2008.

There are display panels towards Onehunga Mall with more information on the history of the station.

Follow the platform to Onehunga Mall. Cross Onehunga Mall at the protected crossing. Continue north along Onehunga Mall and then turn left onto Princes Street.