Albany Busway Station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Albany
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| Busway Station | |
The station's northern side, January 2018
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| Location | New Zealand |
| Coordinates | 36°43′20″S 174°42′45″E / 36.72222°S 174.71250°E |
| Owned by | AT Metro |
| Platforms | 2 |
| Connections | Stops: 4227, 4228 |
| Construction | |
| Parking | Park and ride |
| Bicycle facilities | Yes; locker |
| Disabled access | Yes |
| Other information | |
| Fare zone | Upper North Shore |
Albany Busway Station is a busy bus station in Auckland, New Zealand. It is an important part of the Northern Busway, which is a special road just for buses. This station helps many people travel around the city. It is located in the suburb of Albany, near Oteha Valley Road.
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What is the Northern Busway?
The Northern Busway is like a special highway for buses. It helps buses avoid traffic jams, which means you can get to your destination faster! Albany Station is a key stop on this busway. However, the special bus lanes do not yet reach Albany Station from either the north or the south.
What Can You Find at Albany Station?
At Albany Busway Station, you will find everything you need for a smooth trip.
- There are shelters to keep you dry on rainy days.
- Electronic screens show you exactly when your bus will arrive. This is called real-time information.
- The station also has a "park and ride" area. This means you can drive your car to the station, park it, and then take the bus. It is a great way to save on gas and help the environment!
- You can also park your bicycle here, and there are lockers to keep it safe.
Where Does the Busway Go From Here?
If you travel south from Albany Station, the next stop is Constellation Busway Station. If you travel north, the next station is Hibiscus Coast Busway Station. The special busway lanes are still being built to connect these stations fully.
What Kind of Buses Use Albany Station?
Many different buses use Albany Station. This includes double-decker buses that serve the popular Northern Express routes, NX1 and NX2. These large buses can carry many passengers at once.
Future Plans for the Busway
In 2015, two important groups, NZ Transport Agency and Auckland Transport, were working together. Their goal was to extend the special bus lanes northward. They wanted to connect Constellation Station all the way to Albany Station. This will make bus travel even faster and easier for everyone.
Services
As of February 20, 2020, many bus routes serve Albany Station. These include:
- NX1
- NX2
- 83
- 861
- 865
- 866
- 889
- 890
- 917
- 986
