Your travel choices
The options for getting around the Wellington region have never been better. There are buses, trains, ferry services and Greater Wellington has the most popular region-wide carpooling network in New Zealand. Our compact town centres are easy to get around on foot and by bicycle. We all want to travel easily around the region, enjoying clean air and vibrant communities that are fun and safe. Greater Wellington promotes travel options that help us maintain healthy, safe and economically efficient communities within the region.
When you use active or public transport or carpool you will:
- reduce the negative impacts of traffic congestion and air pollution
- reap the health benefits of being more active and less stressed
- Save parking, petrol and vehicle maintenance costs
- Help create a more vibrant community - meet your neighbours and see your local shops
Use the information here to explore your transport options.