13 Mar 2017

Parnell train station opens

6:29 am on 13 March 2017

Auckland's newest commuter train station opens in Parnell this morning.

Parnell Station being readied for today's official opening.

Parnell Station being readied for today's official opening. Photo: Supplied / Auckland Transport

The station is the closest to the downtown terminus at Britomart, and sits adjacent to Auckland Domain.

It features the 108-year-old Newmarket Station building which was moved on to the site.

In peak hours trains, from the Southern Line will stop at Parnell. Off-peak, Western Line trains will also stop there.

The development will eventually cost $19 million once a second stage with improved access is completed, and up to 2000 passengers are expected to use it during the morning rush hour.

An artist's impression of Parnell Station.

An artist's impression of Parnell Station. Photo: Supplied / Auckland Transport

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