Skip to main content

Outcome: Transport and access

Ngā mahi kawenga me te noho wātea mai

A low-carbon, safe transport system that delivers social, economic and health benefits for all.

About this outcome

Sketch showing Auckland transport options including buses, and cars along with some landmarks of Auckland.

Transport and access explained

Where we are heading

Conceptual graphic showing a plane, ferry and train as different forms of transport.

Direction 1: Maximise safety, environmental protection and emissions reduction

Conceptual graphic showing community areas, different forms of transport and the Sky Tower.

Direction 2: Better connect people, places, goods and services

Conceptual graphic showing the harbour bridge, buildings, people enjoying open spaces and different forms of transport.

Direction 3: Increase genuine travel choices for a healthy, vibrant and equitable Auckland

Where we need to focus our efforts

Passengers boarding a bus.

Focus area 1: Make better use of existing transport networks

Bus parked outside a bus terminal.

Focus area 2: Target new transport investment to the most significant challenges

Person charging an electric vehicle.

Focus area 3: Maximise the benefits from transport technology

Person riding a bike and other people walking across a bridge.

Focus area 4: Make walking, cycling and public transport preferred choices for many more Aucklanders

People walking down a street.

Focus area 5: Better integrate land-use and transport

Two people cycling on a cycle path next to the street.

Focus area 6: Move to a safe transport network free from death and serious injury

Crowd of people next to a train at Britomart Train Station.

Focus area 7: Develop a sustainable and resilient transport system

How we'll implement this outcome

Photo showing people going up the escalator at Britomart Station.

Implementing the transport and access outcome

More outcomes of the Auckland Plan

Outcome: Environment and cultural heritage

Outcome: Opportunity and prosperity

Our Development Strategy

Outcome: Belonging and participation

Outcome: Māori identity and wellbeing

Outcome: Homes and places

Outcome: Transport and access

Is the information on this page helpful?